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Iran's President Credits National Unity and Martyr's Blood for Historic Ceasefire

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared the recently announced US-Iran ceasefire as a reflection of the nation's collective will and unity. He attributed the deal directly to the sacrifice of the former Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in strikes earlier this year. The ceasefire was announced by former US President Donald Trump, who suspended a bombing campaign after conversations with Pakistani leaders. Trump stated the US had met its military objectives and found Iran's 10-point proposal a workable basis for negotiating a permanent peace.

Key Points: Iran President on US Ceasefire: Outcome of Sacrifice and Unity

  • Ceasefire reflects Iran's collective will
  • Deal called fruit of former leader's sacrifice
  • Trump announced two-week suspension
  • Iran's 10-point proposal deemed workable
  • Pakistan's leaders urged US to hold off
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Iran President says ceasefire reflects nation's unity, calls it outcome of sacrifice of former Supreme Leader, public support

President Masoud Pezeshkian says the US-Iran ceasefire reflects public will and is the fruit of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's sacrifice.

"The ceasefire... was the fruit of the blood of our great martyred leader Khamenei - Masoud Pezeshkian"

Tehran, April 8

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Wednesday said that the recently announced ceasefire deal between the US and Tehran to end the hostilities between the two countries in West Asia reflects the collective will of the Iranian people and the country's leadership, describing it as the result of sacrifice and national unity.

In a post on X, Pezeshkian stated that the deal was the "fruit of the blood" of the former Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic, Ali Khamenei, who was killed in US-Israeli strikes on February 28, initiating the over-a-month-long conflict in the region.

"The ceasefire, with the acceptance of the general principles desired by Iran, was the fruit of the blood of our great martyred leader Khamenei and the achievement of the presence of all the people on the scene. From today onward, we will also remain together. Whether in the field of diplomacy, whether in the field of defense, whether on the street scene, and whether in the arena of service provision," the Iranian President said.

This comes after Trump suspended the "bombing and attack" campaign on Iran, announcing a two-week double-sided ceasefire and saying that the 10-point proposal from Iran was workable.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump said that the ten-point proposal will serve as ground to negotiate for a permanent deal while reiterating that the US has achieved most of its military objectives.

"Based on conversations with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Asim Munir, of Pakistan, and wherein they requested that I hold off the destructive force being sent tonight to Iran, and subject to the Islamic Republic of Iran agreeing to the COMPLETE, IMMEDIATE, and SAFE OPENING of the Strait of Hormuz, I agree to suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks. This will be a double-sided CEASEFIRE!" Trump said.

"The reason for doing so is that we have already met and exceeded all Military objectives, and are very far along with a definitive Agreement concerning Long-term PEACE with Iran, and PEACE in the Middle East. We received a 10-point proposal from Iran, and believe it is a workable basis on which to negotiate," he added.

- ANI

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Priya S
The President's statement tries to frame this as a victory born from sacrifice and unity. But let's be honest, after weeks of conflict, the people just want peace. I hope this deal holds and doesn't become another temporary fix. The common Iranian citizen deserves stability.
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Rohit P
The Strait of Hormuz opening is the key takeaway for India! Nearly 20% of our oil imports pass through there. Any disruption sends shockwaves through our economy. This ceasefire is crucial for us. Hope the negotiations lead to a permanent solution. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
While I'm relieved for de-escalation, the rhetoric from both sides is concerning. Claiming military objectives are "exceeded" while the other talks of martyrdom... it feels like saving face rather than genuine reconciliation. True peace needs more than just a pause in fighting.
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Vikram M
Interesting to see Pakistan positioned as some kind of mediator here. Our foreign policy experts will be watching this dynamic closely. For India, a stable West Asia is non-negotiable. Let's hope this ceasefire is the first step.
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Kavya N
As an Indian, my heart goes out to all the innocent people caught in the middle of this. War only brings suffering. I'm cautiously optimistic about this news. May wisdom prevail in the negotiations for a permanent deal. 🙏

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