CEASEFIRE COLLAPSE: Iran Says 'No Ceasefire' With U.S., Claims Washington Violated Agreement

A senior Iranian official stated Wednesday that Tehran does not regard itself as bound by a ceasefire with the United States, asserting that Washington violated the agreement within 48 hours of its establishment. "From our perspective, there is no ceasefire to extend because it never began," The official told Reuters, adding that "The U.S. violated the agreement 48 hours after we reached it and withdrew from it several days later."

The official said discussions remain ongoing regarding a possible U.S. Return to the memorandum of understanding between the two sides, but noted that "no progress" Has been made. He emphasized that current negotiations are not centered on extending the ceasefire.

The comments followed statements by President Donald Trump renewing warnings to Iran. Trump claimed Iran had sought compensation for war-related damage, but said the United States would similarly seek compensation from Iran for Americans and others affected by the regime's actions over time. Trump said he directed U.S. Representatives to raise the compensation matter in any future talks with Tehran.

Under the previously reached memorandum of understanding, the United States and regional partners committed to developing a reconstruction and economic development program for Iran valued at no less than $300 billion, with implementation mechanisms to be established within 60 days.

Iranian officials have outlined extensive demands for a broader agreement with Washington, including cessation of U.S. Military threats, an end to operations against Iran and its proxies, removal of naval blockade measures, withdrawal of American forces from the region, war damage compensation, sanctions relief and release of frozen Iranian assets.

The statements reflect significant differences between Washington and Tehran as diplomatic efforts proceed with little evidence that either side is willing to accept the other's principal demands.