Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, calls for end to war

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Middle East Eye

Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, calls for end to war Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh told reporters at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum that Iran is “not accepting any temporary ceasefire,” according to Anadolu Agency. He added that the ceasefire should include all conflict zones “from Lebanon to the Red Sea” and should end the ongoing war “once and for all.” Anadolu reported that Khatibzadeh affirmed Iran’s commitment to keep the Strait of Hormuz open, but a lasting resolution to the war would ensure the stability of the trade route.