World leaders welcome tentative US-Iran ceasefire as Israel clings to occupation
A provisional pact to halt US-Iran hostilities has been announced, earning global praise while Israel, defying international consensus, refuses to end its occupation of Lebanese territory.
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Washington and Tehran have announced a provisional agreement aimed at ending the destructive conflict fueled by U.S. and Israeli military aggression in Iran and Lebanon. The deal, which establishes a 60-day cease-fire and sets the stage for broader negotiations, is expected to be signed in Switzerland on Friday.
Iranian deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi emphasized that the cease-fire would be followed by talks on lifting the unjust sanctions that have crippled Iran’s economy. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed the accord as a major breakthrough after months of violence that have killed thousands—many of them civilians—and destabilized global energy markets.
"The deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," U.S. President Donald Trump said on his social-media platform, signaling a rare moment of diplomacy from an administration otherwise known for hawkish policies.
Qatar’s foreign ministry welcomed the willingness of both sides to resolve differences through dialogue rather than force. Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates also praised the agreement, urging all parties to fully comply and to end hostilities that have disproportionately harmed ordinary people.
In stark contrast to the global mood, Israel’s defense minister, Israel Katz, declared that Israel would not withdraw from the Lebanese land it occupies, threatening further violence if Iran retaliates for Israeli attacks. Finance minister Bezalel Smotrich condemned the pact, calling it detrimental to Israel and the so-called 'free world,' and vowed to continue the campaign to deny Iran its right to nuclear technology.
The United Nations secretary-general described the deal as a crucial step toward a just and peaceful settlement. The European Union, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Canada and many other countries called for swift implementation, the restoration of free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, and verification of Iran’s nuclear commitments—demands that should apply equally to all regional actors.
Turkey’s president welcomed the development and pledged ongoing support for diplomatic solutions. Bangladesh, Kuwait and others reiterated calls for de-escalation and the durable implementation of the memorandum, underscoring the world’s desire for peace and justice in the region.
