Iran holds military parade despite looming ceasefire expiration
April 22, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US-Iran Ceasefire Deadline Extended
Tehran held military parades on Tuesday, with large crowds in attendance. The events took place as a ceasefire between the US and Iran was set to expire. According to reports, the US has since announced that it will extend the ceasefire indefinitely.
Eyewitnesses described the scenes at the parades, which featured military personnel and equipment. The parades were held in Tehran, with many attendees gathering to watch the events unfold.
The US-Iran ceasefire had been scheduled to end on a specific date, but the US has now decided to extend it without specifying a new deadline. This decision was made by Donald Trump, who is the current President of the United States.
Details about the extension are not yet available, and further information may be released in the coming days. The ceasefire had been established as part of an agreement between the two countries, aimed at reducing tensions and promoting stability in the region.
The military parades held in Tehran on Tuesday were a visible display of the country’s military capabilities. The events were attended by large crowds, who gathered to watch the parades and show their support for the Iranian military.
The extension of the ceasefire has been met with varying reactions from different parties involved. Further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Source: Al Jazeera