09.04.2026 12:30
After the ceasefire achieved on the 40th day following the attacks by the US and Israel, Iran has approached the negotiations cautiously, stating that it is prepared for a prolonged war in case the talks fail. Iranian Army Spokesman Ekraminia asserted that the ceasefire was accepted on their terms, emphasized distrust towards the US, and noted that military preparations are ongoing.
On the 40th day of the war that began with the attacks of the USA and Israel on Iran, attention has turned to the negotiation process following the achieved ceasefire. US President Donald Trump announced that the talks will be held in Pakistan for the permanence of the ceasefire.
IRAN IS CAUTIOUS: WE DETERMINED THE TERMS
Iranian Army Spokesman Brigadier General Mohammad Ekreminiya stated in an interview with Iranian state television that the ceasefire was imposed on the other side thanks to Iran's resolute stance. Ekreminiya expressed that the foundation of the negotiations is based on Iran's terms.
"WE ARE READY FOR A LONG WAR"
Ekreminiya, who stated that they are approaching the negotiation process cautiously, warned, “We hope the talks will be successful, but we are also ready for a long war in case of failure.”
“WE DO NOT TRUST THE ENEMY”
The Iranian spokesman expressed distrust towards the other side, referring to the nuclear agreement process in 2015. Ekreminiya stated, “The enemy has shown that it is not reliable during the nuclear agreement process. It has exhibited the same attitude in the previous two rounds of negotiations.”
“OUR FINGER IS ON THE TRIGGER”
Ekreminiya emphasized that Iran's military preparations are ongoing, stating, “Our eyes are on the enemy, our finger is on the trigger,” indicating their readiness for a possible escalation.
STRESS ON THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ
Ekreminiya also referred to the bill prepared by the Parliament regarding charging fees for passages through the Strait of Hormuz, expressing that this step could provide economic gains for Iran.