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Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire on Life Support
Trump warns that the ceasefire with Iran is on 'massive life support', raising concerns about escalating tensions. As Iran issues demands, the future of peace hangs in the balance.
Tensions Rise Over Iran Ceasefire
US President Donald Trump has declared that the ceasefire with Iran is critically weak, stating it is on 'massive life support'. Despite the ceasefire being in place for a month, Trump emphasized its fragility during a press conference, suggesting that the situation could deteriorate rapidly.
Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Ghalibaf, responded by asserting that the Iranian armed forces are prepared to retaliate against any aggression. The Iranian government has laid out a series of demands to end the conflict, including:
- An immediate halt to the war on all fronts
- Lifting the US naval blockade of Iranian ports
- Compensation for war damages
- Guarantees against future attacks on Iran