Iran has firmly rejected the United States’ proposed ceasefire, cautioning that any temporary halt would only allow its adversaries to regroup and launch further attacks. The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, addressed a 15-point American plan aimed at ending the ongoing hostilities against the Islamic Republic, which was conveyed through intermediaries.
The US proposal reportedly demands that Iran cease its peaceful nuclear activities, restrict its defensive missile program, and reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. Iran has categorically refused the first two conditions, emphasizing that it will not accept unilateral ceasefire commitments. Baghaei stressed the necessity of a complete end to aggression and compensation for the extensive damage inflicted on Iran’s infrastructure.
He described Washington’s demands as “highly excessive and unusual,” highlighting President Donald Trump’s threats to target critical infrastructure if Iran failed to comply. Baghaei criticized the US for claiming to pursue diplomacy while simultaneously engaging in hostile actions against the Iranian nation. He further condemned the US for issuing threats and supporting Israeli actions, labeling such conduct as war crimes.
Highlighting the US’s history of breaking trust, Baghaei urged the Iranian public to focus on national defense. Despite dismissing the American proposal as “completely unacceptable,” Iran has prepared its own document outlining demands based on national interests, which will be presented when appropriate.
In a significant development, the spokesman warned of potential false-flag attacks orchestrated by the US and Israel, possibly targeting locations in Europe, to justify further aggression. He stated that false-flag operations are not mere conspiracy theories but tactics repeatedly employed by these actors, urging vigilance against such maneuvers.
Finally, Baghaei condemned the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for its silence regarding attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities. He accused the UN watchdog of attempting to normalize these assaults by refusing to condemn them, underscoring the ongoing challenges Iran faces on the international stage.
