Iran Says Ceasefire Demands Conveyed to US Through Intermediaries Amid Ongoing Tensions
Iran announced Monday that it has communicated its demands regarding a potential ceasefire with the United States through intermediaries, signaling that indirect contacts between the two sides are ongoing amid the current conflict.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei stated during a press briefing that Tehran has formulated its demands “based on national interests” and relayed them via third parties. “We have outlined our positions clearly and are not ashamed to voice our legitimate and logical demands,” he said in response to questions about efforts to end the war.
Baqaei emphasized that the exchange of messages through intermediaries remains “normal and ongoing,” stressing that Iran’s willingness to clearly articulate its stance should not be interpreted as a sign of retreat. “Expressing our positions quickly and courageously should not be seen as backing down,” he added, noting that Iran has prepared its responses and will announce them when necessary.
