Iran’s semiofficial Tasnim news agency reported that Ali Abdollahi, commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, which coordinates Iran’s armed forces, said in a statement on 21 (local time) that Iran’s military, “united with the government and the people,” is ready to deliver a “firm, decisive and immediate response” to threats and actions by the enemy, in line with the supreme leader’s guidance.
He said Iran’s military remains in a position of advantage and would not be misled by what he called false claims and propaganda by the U.S. president aimed at distorting battlefield conditions, particularly regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz. He added that Iran would respond appropriately to any breach of agreements by the enemy.
The United States and Iran, after entering a war on Feb. 28, accepted a “two-week ceasefire” proposal by Pakistan on the 7th of this month and held their first ceasefire talks in Islamabad, but failed to reach an agreement. The ceasefire was originally set to run through 21, but U.S. President Donald Trump extended it by one day, to the evening of 22 in U.S. Eastern time (23 in Iran).
Despite the heightened tensions, reports say the two sides have again sent delegations, fueling expectations that a second round of ceasefire talks could be held in Pakistan on 22. Iran has not officially confirmed its participation, leaving uncertainty over whether the meeting will take place.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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