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Iran Warns Israel: Ceasefire Violations in Lebanon Will Trigger Strong Retaliation

Iran's Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has issued a stern warning that Israeli strikes on Lebanon constitute a violation of the regional ceasefire and will invite firm retaliation. He emphasized that Lebanon and the broader "Resistance Axis" are an inseparable part of the ceasefire framework, citing a 10-point proposal. The warning comes amid a fundamental disagreement, with the US and Israel maintaining the truce does not extend to Hezbollah targets, while Iran insists it halts all Israeli military operations in Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has concurrently affirmed that military operations against Hezbollah will continue with force.

Key Points: Iran Warns Israel Over Lebanon Strikes, Cites Ceasefire Violation

  • Iran warns of retaliation for Lebanon strikes
  • Ceasefire includes "Resistance Axis"
  • US-Israel deny truce covers Hezbollah
  • Netanyahu vows continued military ops
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Ceasefire violations carry explicit costs, strong responses: Iran's Parliament Speaker warns against strikes on Lebanon

Iran's Parliament Speaker warns Israel that strikes on Lebanon violate the ceasefire and will incur "explicit costs and strong responses," as diplomatic tensions rise.

"Ceasefire violations carry explicit costs and strong responses. Extinguish the fire immediately. - Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf"

Tehran, April 9

Iran's Parliament Speaker MB Ghalibaf, on Thursday issued a strong warning against the continued strikes on Lebanon by Israel following the agreement for a two-week ceasefire to the over-a-month-long conflict in West Asia, stating the strikes are violations of the deal and would invite firm retaliation from the Islamic Republic.

In a statement posted on X, Ghalibaf emphasised that Lebanon and the broader "Resistance Axis" are integral to the ceasefire framework, referring to the proposed multi-point framework aimed at de-escalation in the region.

The Iranian leader also pointed to remarks made by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who publicly and clearly stated that Lebanon was part of the ceasefire deal, despite Israel's or the US's later denying it.

"1- Lebanon and the entire Resistance Axis, as Iran's allies, form an inseparable part of the ceasefire. (Point 1, 10-point proposal). 2- PM Shehbaz Sharif publicly and clearly stressed the Lebanon issue; there is no room for denial and backtracking," Ghalibaf stated.

Warning of consequences, Ghalibaf underscored that any breach of the ceasefire would not go unanswered.

"Ceasefire violations carry explicit costs and strong responses. Extinguish the fire immediately," he added.

The developments come even as the fragile ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran hangs in the balance, with Tehran stating that the truce also includes the halt to Israeli military operations in Lebanon.

However, both Washington and Israel have maintained that the ceasefire does not extend to Hezbollah targets, a disagreement that has further complicated diplomatic efforts and heightened the risk of the truce collapsing.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also affirmed that Israel will persist in its military operations against Hezbollah, following a series of intense and lethal strikes across Lebanon.

In a statement shared via his personal account on X, the Prime Minister emphasised the continued scale of the offensive, noting that the military is "continuing to strike Hezbollah with force, precision, and determination".

- ANI

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Priya S
Interesting that Pakistan's PM is being cited here. Usually, their stance is different. But the main point is the disagreement on what the ceasefire covers. If the US and Israel say it doesn't include Hezbollah, and Iran says it does, then this truce was built on sand from the start. Not a good sign.
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Vikram M
As an Indian, my primary concern is for our citizens working in the Gulf and Israel. Any escalation directly threatens their safety. The government must be ready with evacuation plans. Also, oil prices will shoot up if this war expands. Our economy can't afford another external shock right now.
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Sarah B
While Iran's warning is strong, one has to question their own actions and support for proxy groups. A ceasefire needs all parties to act in good faith. The constant "axis of resistance" rhetoric isn't helping de-escalation. The focus should be on protecting Lebanese civilians, not scoring geopolitical points.
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Rohit P
"Extinguish the fire immediately" – strong words. But will they be backed by action? The region is a tinderbox. India has traditionally called for dialogue and peaceful resolution. Our voice as a major Global South power should be heard more loudly in these forums. We need stability in West Asia.
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Kavya N
The human cost is always forgotten in these statements. Lebanese people have suffered for decades. Now they're caught between Hezbollah, Israel, and regional powers. My heart goes out to them. Hope the ceasefire holds, for their sake. 🇮🇳🤝🇱🇧

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