Top Iranian officials: Lebanon ceasefire step toward 'complete victory'

The speaker of the Iranian Parliament has stressed that the ceasefire announced in Lebanon is a result of the steadfastness of Hezbollah movement and the unity of the Axis of Resistance.

In a post on his official account on social media platform X, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf reiterated that “the ceasefire was only achieved thanks to Hezbollah's steadfastness and the unity of the axis of resistance.”

“We will approach this ceasefire cautiously and will remain united until complete victory is achieved,” he added.

Qalibaf also appreciated efforts made by Pakistan, which brokered a temporary ceasefire between Iran and the US after 40 days of fighting that included Lebanon.

“I thank the mediating efforts of the Pakistani government and General Asim Munir to secure this ceasefire,” he said, referring to Pakistan’s army chief who visited Iran on Thursday, amid Islamabad’s efforts to renew negotiations between Iran and the US after the talks held last week ended with no deal.

Qalibaf also vowed “We continue to adhere to our promise.”

Senior official: Resistance axis stronger than ever

Admiral Ali Akbar Ahmadian, a representative of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution in the Supreme Defense Council, also stressed that “The courageous resistance of the Lebanese people and Hezbollah brothers forced the Zionist enemy to retreat and accept a ceasefire.”

Amid Iran’s efforts to push for Lebanon ceasefire, Ahmadian emphasized that the Islamic Republic “has always considered supporting the resistance an important strategic and defensive principle.”

He noted that the axis of resistance has become “stronger and more firm than ever”.

“Today, thanks to the blood of the martyrs and the martyred Leader, the unified, victorious front of the resistance is stronger and more firm than ever,” Ahmadian emphasized.

On Thursday, US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire during a White House address, saying the truce would take effect at midnight Lebanon time.

A Lebanese parliamentarian from the Loyalty to the Resistance bloc said Iran’s ambassador in Beirut informed Lebanese officials that a ceasefire will begin Thursday night, describing the agreement as the result of Iranian diplomatic efforts.

Hassan Fadlallah, a member of the Lebanese parliament, said Iranian authorities will monitor US compliance with its commitments under the agreement. He added that the resumption of Iran-US negotiations is contingent upon the implementation of these commitments.

Fadlallah also stressed that Hezbollah’s adherence to the ceasefire depends on a complete halt to all hostile actions.

Hezbollah says truce owed to Iran, warns of 'treacherous enemy'

As a fragile ceasefire takes effect in Lebanon, Hezbollah is crediting decisive Iranian pressure for the halt in hostilities while urging displaced citizens to remain cautious of a “treacherous” Israeli military that is already violating the newly minted agreement.

Outraged Israeli political figures cried foul after the announcement of the Lebanon ceasefire and Iran’s role in securing it.

Itan Davidi, head of the illegal settlement of Margaliot, told Israel’s Channel 12 that the agreement was not a victory but "a disgrace and a complete surrender to Iran and the United States."

Washington had initially accepted Tehran’s 10-point plan that included a Lebanon ceasefire, before backtracking following lobbying from Israel.

Iran threatened to boycott the Islamabad talks if attacks on Lebanon were not scaled back, prompting the US to press Israel on the matter, according to multiple reports.

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