Day 122 | US, Iran agree to halt mutual attacks in Hormuz: Axios
The newly minted US-Iran interim agreement is facing its most severe test yet following a weekend of direct, tit-for-tat military strikes that have thrown the strategic Strait of Hormuz into chaos and deeply strained broader Middle Eastern peace efforts.
A senior US defense official confirmed the Iranian offensive but stated that the high-volume drone and missile fire ultimately failed to strike its intended targets, citing robust allied air defense interceptions across the theater.
White House is determined to keep the diplomatic track alive. A senior Trump administration official signaled that behind-the-scenes diplomacy has not collapsed, stating that the next round of technical talks remains "on track for the coming days."
The Iranian foreign ministry declared that a complete, unconditional withdrawal of 'Israeli' defense forces from all Lebanese territory must be integrated into any final geopolitical deal with the United States.
Araghchi: Compliance with MoU depends on mutual commitment
- Abbas Araghchi says US and 'Israeli' violations are hindering regional security.
- Iran says it is implementing the agreement under a "commitment for commitment" principle.
- Araghchi warns Tehran will respond to any breaches of the agreement.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has issued a stern warning regarding the future of the regional memorandum of understanding, accusing the United States and 'Israel' of committing violations that jeopardize broader diplomatic efforts.
According to official statements released on Monday, Araghchi made it clear that Western and 'Israeli' actions are actively undermining the fragile diplomatic framework designed to stabilize the region.
Violations blocking stability
The Foreign Minister explicitly pointed to actions taken by Washington and 'Tel Aviv' as the primary barrier to peace. Araghchi stated that the ongoing violations of the memorandum of understanding by the United States and 'Israel' -specifically targeting the terms laid out in the agreement's first article- are actively obstructing all efforts to restore security and stability to the region.
Commitment for commitment
Despite the rising friction, Araghchi noted that Tehran's official policy remains oriented toward a reciprocal diplomatic resolution, provided the opposing signatories alter their current course.
The Foreign Minister emphasized that Iran is actively seeking to implement the memorandum of understanding in good faith. However, he stressed that this cooperation is strictly contingent upon the principle of "commitment for commitment," requiring equal compliance from all parties involved.
Concluding his address, Araghchi warned that Iran’s patience with unilateral infractions is limited.
He declared that Tehran will take decisive measures and actions against any further breaches or violations of the agreement perpetrated by the opposing side.
Putin expects US negotiators once 'less occupied' with Iran
Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Moscow is prepared to receive American diplomats for high-stakes negotiations, noting he expects Washington to engage fully on global security matters once the United States is less consumed by its ongoing military escalation with Iran.
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