Iran adviser calls Trump ceasefire extension ‘meaningless’

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An adviser to Iran's parliament speaker called President Trump's ceasefire extension "meaningless," stating the US cannot dictate terms to Iran. This statement was made on April 22, 2026, amid ongoing disputes over a US naval blockade and stalled negotiations.

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An adviser to Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, dismissed US President Donald Trump’s decision to extend the ceasefire as “meaningless”, saying Washington cannot impose conditions on Iran. The adviser argued that “the losing side cannot dictate terms” amid ongoing tensions.

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