Iran Says Ceasefire Does Not Mean ‘End Of War,’ Confirms Islamabad Summit With US: ‘Fingers Are On The Trigger’

by | Apr 8, 2026 | General

Iran has declared a ceasefire, but insists that this does not mark the end of the ongoing conflict.

Tehran has directed all military divisions to halt fire, but stressed that this does not conclude the war. This announcement was made public via the state-controlled Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB).

“It is emphasized ceasefire does not mean the end of the war,” said Iran’s Supreme National Security Council.

Following the ceasefire declaration, the statement further clarified that the nation remains alert and prepared to retaliate if the U.S. or Israel takes any action.

“Our fingers are on the trigger; any mistake by the enemy will be met with a full-scale response,” the council cautioned.

Iran also confirmed that negotiations with the U.S. would begin in Islamabad, Pakistan’s capital, on April 11. According to Axios, Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead the U.S. delegation.

Israel Backs Truce, Excludes Lebanon

This development comes in the wake of Iran’s ceasefire announcement. Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said in a post on X that, responding to a “brotherly request” from Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and amid U.S. calls for talks based on its 15-point proposal, alongside Washington’s acceptance of Iran’s 10-point framework as a basis for negotiations, Tehran would halt its defensive operations if attacks against it cease and ensure safe passage at the Strait of Hormuz.

Confirming the ceasefire, President Donald Trump called Iran’s 10-point framework “workable.” Later, Trump claimed “total and complete victory” following a two-week ceasefire deal with Iran. Despite the unresolved issues, Trump expressed confidence that the truce could pave the way for a broader agreement.

While Israel has backed the ceasefire deal, it confirmed that it excludes Lebanon, despite Pakistan mentioning it. Israel also reiterated support for U.S. efforts to eliminate what it describes as Iran’s nuclear, missile, and terror threats.

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