Iran uses ceasefire to boost military strength, warns enemies

Iran's military announced it is fully utilizing a ceasefire period to bolster its armed forces' combat capabilities. The military issued a stern warning that any 'mistake' by enemies will be met with destructive retaliation.

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We will not waste a second or neglect this matter. If the enemy makes a mistake, they will surely face a devastating and firm response from the Iranian armed forces.

Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia, spokesperson for the Iranian Army, stated that Iran is not wasting any moment in strengthening its military. "We will not waste a second or neglect this matter. If the enemy makes a mistake, they will surely face a devastating and firm response from the Iranian armed forces," he declared.

The US-Iran ceasefire initially took effect on April 8, brokered by Pakistan, and lasted for two weeks. It was subsequently extended indefinitely by U.S. President Donald Trump, reportedly to pressure Iran into complying with Washington's demands. Although some exchanges occurred between the US and Iran during the ceasefire, they did not lead to its collapse.

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A memorandum of understanding was later signed virtually by both parties on June 18. Further negotiations between Tehran and Washington took place in Switzerland on June 20. This memorandum, facilitated through mediation in Islamabad, outlines a phased implementation plan to end hostilities, restore maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and cease military operations in various conflict zones, including Lebanon.

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Diplomatic efforts should also be able to resolve the military stalemate involving our country and the US.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who led the negotiations with the US, described the implementation of the memorandum of understanding as difficult but achievable. He emphasized that diplomatic efforts must preserve gains made on the battlefield. Ghalibaf made these remarks during a meeting with the Head of the Hamas Political Bureau, Mohammed Darwish, on the sidelines of a memorial event for the late Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed during a US-Israel attack on the southern outskirts of Dahiyeh, Beirut, on February 28. Ghalibaf asserted that diplomacy and negotiations should also resolve the military stalemate between Iran and the US, stating this can only be achieved when the nation remains fully prepared defensively alongside diplomatic efforts.

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This can only be achieved when the country remains fully prepared defensively alongside diplomatic efforts.