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Iran's Ghalibaf says Tehran has no trust in words, will judge by actions

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  • Iran's top negotiator, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that Tehran distrusts words and guarantees, emphasizing that Iran will judge by actions and will not act unless the other side does first.
  • Ghalibaf asserted that concessions are gained through strength, not dialogue, and that preparedness for war is key to winning any agreement.
  • Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed the Strait of Hormuz with his Omani counterpart and expressed solidarity with Oman against threats, while reports indicate a US-Iran deal on the strait is not yet finalized.

Iran's top negotiator, Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, conveyed a strong message of distrust towards diplomatic assurances, stating that Tehran will evaluate actions, not words. In a post on X/Twitter, Ghalibaf declared, "We seize concessions not through dialogue, but with missiles." He added that Iran would only act if the opposing side initiated, asserting that "The winner of any agreement is the one who is better prepared for war from the day after."

We seize concessions not through dialogue, but with missiles.

— Mohammad-Bagher GhalibafIran's top negotiator emphasizing Iran's approach to gaining concessions.

These remarks come amid ongoing discussions regarding a potential US-Iran agreement. Earlier on Friday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi engaged in discussions with Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi concerning the Strait of Hormuz and its future administration. Araghchi also affirmed Iran's solidarity with Oman against any potential threats.

In negotiations, we merely make them understand.

— Mohammad-Bagher GhalibafGhalibaf describing the purpose of negotiations from Iran's perspective.

While sources told Reuters that the United States and Iran had reached a preliminary agreement to extend a ceasefire and lift restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, the deal is reportedly awaiting final approval from US President Donald Trump. Iranian state media, including Tasnim, has denied that the draft memorandum of understanding, which Axios reported would last 60 days and initiate negotiations on Iran's nuclear program, has been finalized.

The winner of any agreement is the one who is better prepared for war from the day after.

— Mohammad-Bagher GhalibafGhalibaf highlighting the importance of military readiness in international agreements.
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