Iran has achieved a significant diplomatic victory after reaching a two-week ceasefire with the United States, following intense negotiations and regional mediation, Iranian officials announced Wednesday.
Under the arrangement, Iran’s armed forces have agreed to suspend defensive operations if the US and the zionist regime halt their attacks, while safe passage through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz will be permitted for the next two weeks under coordination with Iran’s military and technical restrictions.
In a statement on behalf of the Iranian Supreme National Council, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that, “In response to the brotherly request of PM Sharif in his tweet, and considering the request by the United States for negotiations based on its 15‑point proposal as well as the US announcement by POTUS about acceptance of the general framework of Iran’s 10‑point proposal as a basis for talks, I hereby declare on behalf of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council: If attacks on Iran are halted, our Powerful Armed Forces will cease their defensive operations.”
Additionally, Araghchi expressed gratitude to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir for their “tireless efforts to end the war in the region,” noting that the ceasefire reflects the sacrifices of Iranian forces and the enduring support of the population since the early days of the conflict.
Iran’s 10 terms
As part of the ceasefire agreement with the United States, Iran has outlined a detailed set of demands aimed at ensuring its national security, economic sovereignty, and regional influence.
Central to the list is Iran’s insistence on a commitment to non-aggression from the United States and its allies, seeking guarantees that the temporary pause in fighting will not be exploited for renewed military action. Equally significant is Tehran’s demand to maintain control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint through which a substantial portion of the world’s oil supply passes. By retaining oversight of this passage, Iran reinforces its strategic leverage in global energy markets.
Iran also emphasizes the recognition of its right to uranium enrichment, a long-standing point of contention in international nuclear negotiations. The inclusion of sanctions relief, both primary and secondary, underscores the country’s focus on economic stability and the restoration of international trade and financial access.
At the same time, Iran calls for the termination of all UN Security Council and Board of Governors resolutions that it views as restrictive or punitive, highlighting a desire to reset its international standing on nuclear and security issues.
Beyond these political and economic objectives, Tehran is seeking paid compensation for damages suffered and a complete withdrawal of US forces from the region, aiming to reduce foreign military presence that Iran considers a threat. Finally, the list calls for the end of military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, signaling Iran’s concern for its allied positions and broader regional influence.
Iran’s 10-Point Ceasefire Demands:
- Commitment to non-aggression
- Continuation of Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz
- Recognition of Iran’s right to uranium enrichment
- Lifting all primary sanctions
- Lifting all secondary sanctions
- Termination of all United Nations Security Council resolutions
- Termination of all Board of Governors resolutions
- Paid compensation for Iran
- Withdrawal of US forces from the region
- Ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon
Zionist regime joins the ceasefire in Iran
Meanwhile, a senior White House official told CNN that the occupation has agreed to join the temporary ceasefire and suspend its bombing campaigns while negotiations continue.
The ceasefire was announced by US President Donald Trump just 90 minutes before a self‑imposed deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face escalated US attacks on civilian infrastructure, the official said.
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has also joined the ceasefire, agreeing to temporarily suspend its bombings while negotiations continue.