▲ Iranian negotiation delegation arriving in Switzerland
Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reiterated on June 21 (local time) that the implementation of ceasefire measures across all fronts, including Lebanon, is an essential prerequisite for final negotiations regarding follow-up talks on a ceasefire agreement with the United States.
In a post on social media platform X today, Baghaei stated, "The Islamic Republic of Iran has a firm will to monitor the implementation process of the other party's (the U.S.) commitments very closely and seriously."
He explained, "The meeting held in Switzerland today is to review the implementation status of the provisions of the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the ceasefire signed on the 18th," adding, "According to Article 13 of the MOU, the commencement of negotiations for a final agreement depends on the implementation of Articles 1, 4, 5, 10, and 11."
He drew a clear line, stating, "Without the implementation of these provisions, especially Article 1, which is the 'cessation of war on all fronts, including Lebanon,' it is impossible to enter the stage of negotiations for a final agreement."
Baghaei added, "Today's discussions will focus on the implementation of the aforementioned provisions, with priority given to Article 1," and continued, "In addition, we will review the planned measures for the implementation of Article 10 (issues regarding Iranian crude oil exports) and Article 11 (unfreezing of Iranian assets)."
Furthermore, Iran is utilizing the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz as a card to bring about a ceasefire in Lebanon.
A source familiar with the Iranian negotiation team told Tasnim News Agency, "If Israel's crimes in Lebanon continue and the territorial integrity of Lebanon is not guaranteed, no negotiations on other issues will proceed."
The source added, "The U.S. failing to fulfill its commitment under Article 1 means a failure to implement Article 5 (opening of the Strait of Hormuz), which implies that the Strait of Hormuz will not be reopened."
The source repeatedly emphasized, "In order to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with Article 5, lifting the maritime blockade on Iran is not enough."
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