Trump declares U.S.-Iran ceasefire "over," but U.S. still agrees to continue negotiations
U.S. President Trump said on Friday, July 10, that the United States agrees to continue talks with Iran, but reiterated that the ceasefire maintained since April has been "completely ended" following renewed clashes this week. The Prime Minister of Pakistan urged Iran on Friday to uphold the "hard-won peace."
Iran warned on Friday that this war would never end in its "surrender." One of the mediators, a Qatari delegation, arrived in Tehran on Friday to prepare for consultations. Iranian media reported that the Qatari delegation's mission aims to push both sides to resume dialogue.
Iran and the United States renewed conflict on Tuesday, launching attacks against each other across the Middle East. This marks the largest military confrontation between the two countries since they signed a memorandum of understanding on June 17 confirming the April ceasefire arrangement.
In his statement, Trump said: "Iran demands we keep 'negotiating,' and we agree. But the United States has made it clear: the ceasefire is over!"
The U.S. launched attacks on Iran for two consecutive nights. Washington accused Tehran of being responsible for the attack on three merchant vessels in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. As tensions escalate, the Strait of Hormuz has become a key focal point of contention among all parties.
In retaliation, Iran’s armed forces struck multiple Gulf neighbors, including Kuwait—where at least one person was injured—as well as Bahrain and Qatar. Qatar is currently involved in mediating efforts to resolve the conflict.
Pakistani Prime Minister urges Iranian president to uphold "hard-won peace" on Friday
Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif urged Iranian President Pezeshkian on Friday to safeguard this "hard-won peace," following his participation in mediation efforts regarding the Middle East conflict.
After a phone call with President Pezeshkian, Sharif wrote on social platform X: "We discussed the latest developments in the regional situation and emphasized the need for restraint, adherence to dialogue and diplomacy, in order to preserve the hard-earned peace achieved over recent months." Sharif also stated that Pakistan remains willing to serve as a "sincere and impartial mediator" to advance lasting peace in the region.
The situation calmed down again overnight on Thursday. Tasnim News Agency reported that the Qatari mediator hopes to facilitate the resumption of dialogue between the two sides "after Tuesday’s incident."
Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdou Atti held a phone conversation with his Qatari counterpart. Egypt’s government issued a statement saying the two nations called for "all parties to prioritize diplomatic channels and resume negotiations."
Source: rfi
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