Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Wednesday (15) that the exchange of messages with the United States continues through Pakistan’s mediation, indicating the maintenance of open diplomatic channels amid tensions between the parties. According to him, Tehran’s positions are “clearly and consistently conveyed”, and a Pakistani delegation may visit the country soon.
Authorities involved in mediating between the US and Iran have advanced negotiations to extend the ceasefire, with an agreement in principle to extend the pause in hostilities, according to the Associated Press. The negotiations seek to resolve impasses over the Iranian nuclear program, control of Hormuz and compensation for war damages. Despite this, President Donald Trump stated that he does not consider it necessary to extend the truce. THE ABC Newshe said he is “not thinking” about extending it.
In parallel, Iran is evaluating alternatives to maintain the flow of trade in the face of the American blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. According to the Iranian agency More newsTehran is considering using ports in the south of the country to facilitate exports and imports, although without detailing which structures would be used.
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Among the demands imposed by Tehran to negotiate is a ceasefire in Lebanon. Sources heard by the broadcaster Al Mayadeen indicate that a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon could begin this evening, lasting an initial week and in line with the term of the truce between Iran and the USA. Today, however, Israel has again struck southern Lebanon, with bombings in areas such as the city of Tire, even after unprecedented negotiations with Lebanese authorities in Washington.
