Iran’s Parliament Speaker Bagher Ghalibaf said on Monday that Tehran’s negotiations with the United States are aimed at ending the war and securing lasting stability, not restoring normal relations between the two countries, according to Mehr News Agency.
In a strongly worded message, Ghalibaf stressed that Iran does not seek normalization with Washington. Instead, he said the focus remains on stopping the conflict and ensuring long-term security in the region.
At the same time, he signaled that Iran is prepared to continue military action if tensions persist. Referring to recent developments, Ghalibaf said Iran has “disrupted” what he described as a fragile ceasefire that existed only “on paper” but was repeatedly violated in reality.
He pointed to Iran’s recent missile strikes on Israeli targets as a response to ongoing attacks, warning that such actions would continue unless there is a genuine effort to build trust. “As long as there is no real will to create trust, Iran’s response will remain the same,” he said.
Iranian officials have consistently argued that the ceasefire agreement, which came into effect on April 8, depends on calm across all fronts, including Lebanon. However, Tehran accuses Israel of continuing daily strikes in Lebanon, with alleged backing from the United States and little response from international organizations.
According to Iranian claims, these attacks include the use of prohibited weapons and have caused harm to civilians. In response, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched missile strikes on Sunday night, targeting locations in Israel, including the Ramat David Air Base.
The latest statements highlight the fragile and tense situation in the region, where diplomacy and military action continue side by side. While talks with the US remain ongoing, Iran’s leadership is making clear that any progress will depend on actions on the ground, not just promises.
As both sides weigh their next moves, the gap between negotiation and confrontation remains narrow, leaving the future of the ceasefire uncertain.
