Irans Foreign Ministry Rejects US Ceasefire Demands
March 31, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US Demands Ceasefire from Iran; Foreign Ministry Responds with Rejection
The Iranian foreign ministry has denied the United States’ demands for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. According to Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesman for the Iranian foreign ministry, the US conditions for a ceasefire are deemed “excessive, unrealistic and unreasonable”.
This statement comes as tensions between the US and Iran have escalated, with both countries intensifying their military operations against each other. The situation has raised concerns among international observers.
The US government has made public its demands for a ceasefire, but details of these conditions remain unclear. Esmaeil Baghaei’s comments suggest that the Iranian government is unwilling to accept these terms.
The conflict between Iran and the US has been ongoing for several months, with both sides engaging in military operations against each other. The situation has sparked international concern, with many calling for a peaceful resolution.
The Iranian foreign ministry’s rejection of the US demands has further heightened tensions between the two countries. Diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict are currently underway, but it remains unclear whether these efforts will be successful.
Details of the US conditions for a ceasefire have not been made public by the Iranian government. However, Esmaeil Baghaei’s comments suggest that the Iranian government is unwilling to accept any terms that are deemed “excessive, unrealistic and unreasonable”.
Source: Al Jazeera