Iran on Friday accused the United States of failing to uphold its commitments under a memorandum of understanding (MoU) related to the cessation of military operations in West Asia, warning that the continuation of the current situation, including Israeli strikes on Lebanon, would carry significant consequences.
Iranian Official's Warning
Ebrahim Azizi, head of the Iranian Parliament's National Security Committee, stated on X that Washington's failure to implement the first clause of the agreement had undermined trust among the Iranian people. He said, "The United States' failure to adhere to the first clause of the memorandum of understanding demonstrates that it lacks the will to earn the trust of the Iranian people."
Azizi further warned that Iran would respond to what it views as violations of the agreement. "The continuation of this situation will cost them dearly, beginning with a smart and deterrent response to the violation of the memorandum of understanding's commitments. We remain steadfast," he added.
MoU Clause on Lebanon
According to the MoU between the US and Iran, the first clause stipulates that both sides agree to "the immediate and permanent termination of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon." This comes after Hezbollah launched attacks on Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, killing four soldiers overnight. In retaliation, Israeli forces struck Hezbollah infrastructure in the Bekaa Valley after the group violated a ceasefire with a drone strike that killed an IDF tank battalion commander and three others.
Ceasefire Reinstated
Following the strikes, a renewed ceasefire agreement was reached between Israel and Hezbollah, taking effect at 9 am local time. According to CNN, the agreement was brokered through mediation involving the United States and Qatar, with Iran also playing a role. US President Donald Trump said he urged Israel to agree to the ceasefire, calling it "a positive" development, though he declined to confirm direct talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
