Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf
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- US launches fresh strikes on Iran following attack on vessel in Hormuz strait
The U.S. launched strikes on Iran targeting 140 military sites in retaliation for an attack on a commercial vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s Islamic Revolution Guards Corps responded by attacking U.S. and allied facilities in Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar, warning of harsher retaliation if the U.S. escalates further.
- ‘The era of bullying is over’: Iran speaker says US violated MoU
Iran's Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf accused the US of violating a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), citing military strikes, renewed oil sanctions, actions in the Strait of Hormuz, and Israeli attacks on Lebanon. He declared the 'era of bullying and extortion' is over, vowing Iran would not yield.
- Iran's unprecedented 'whole-regime' delegation at US deal talks signals one goal: expert
Iran's 'whole-regime' delegation at U.S. nuclear deal talks in Switzerland includes top security, financial, and legal officials, signaling a focus on immediate cash flow and financial concessions. The team, led by Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Abbas Araghchi, aims to leverage negotiations for sanctions relief and control over energy and maritime operations.
- Pakistan army chief arrives in Switzerland for US-Iran talks
Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has arrived in Switzerland for technical-level US-Iran talks under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. The discussions involve US Vice President JD Vance, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, and Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, focusing on Iran's nuclear programme, Lebanon's ceasefire, sanctions, and regional security.
- US, Iranian and Pakistani delegations converge on Switzerland
US Vice President JD Vance, Iranian officials, and Pakistani leaders are convening in Switzerland for negotiations on implementing a US-Iran memorandum of understanding, focusing on Iran's nuclear program, sanctions, and regional security. Discussions also aim to strengthen the Lebanon ceasefire, with delegations from all three countries present.
- Iranian speaker says martyrs guide mission to Switzerland
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf arrived in Zurich for talks to advance a memorandum of understanding between Tehran and Washington. Qalibaf emphasized the guiding role of martyrs in the delegation's mission, and the visit aims to discuss fulfilling the agreement's obligations without initiating new negotiations.
- Iran negotiators head for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues
A high-level Iranian delegation led by Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf traveled to Switzerland for U.S. talks, while U.S. Vice President JD Vance prepared to meet in Pakistan. The Iranian team included Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and officials from security, central bank, and oil sectors. Fighting in Lebanon continued amid these diplomatic efforts.
- Iran Got a Great Deal That It Could Still Squander
The US-Iran memorandum of understanding ends the war with Iran gaining released assets and relaxed oil restrictions in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The deal faces opposition from Iranian hard-liners but has support from military and political leaders including Qalibaf, Araghchi, and President Pezeshkian.
- Iran MOU was signed on Wednesday by Trump and Iran president, U.S. official says
U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war with Iran on Wednesday, according to a U.S. official. The memo was digitally signed earlier by Vice President JD Vance and Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, witnessed by Trump.
- Iran's top negotiator Qalibaf to attend signing of interim deal with US
Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf will attend the signing of an interim agreement to end the war with the U.S., though details on the location and format remain unclear. U.S. President Donald Trump announced Vice President JD Vance will attend the ceremony in Geneva.
- Iran's top negotiator says US 'lacks will to fulfill its commitments' after Israeli hit on Beirut
Iran's top negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, criticized the US for lacking the will or ability to fulfill its commitments following an Israeli attack on Beirut's southern suburbs. He stated that without such will or ability, continuing diplomatic efforts is impossible.
- Iran top negotiator threatens to defeat US blockade on Iran
Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated that Tehran will defeat the U.S. naval blockade and emphasized Iran's strategy of fighting and negotiating on its own terms. He expressed distrust toward the opposing party and aimed for stable security and war's end.
- Iran's top negotiator threatens US targets over Lebanon escalation
Iran's top negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, stated that U.S. bases and Israeli assets in the Middle East are legitimate targets following the U.S. naval blockade and Israel's attacks in Lebanon, which target Hezbollah's stronghold in the southern suburbs of Beirut.
- Why Iran’s Leaders Think They’ve Won
An interim agreement to end the U.S. and Israeli war against Iran is likely, with Donald Trump potentially acceding to Iranian demands. The deal may open the Strait of Hormuz, release some of Iran's frozen assets, and address Iran's nuclear program by allowing uranium dilution domestically. Despite unresolved economic and infrastructural challenges, Iran's leaders feel triumphant, having survived a major military conflict and secured a deal better than previous offers.
- Middle East crisis live: Iranian negotiator says ‘we will not bow to any threats’ as Trump says US navy will blockade strait of Hormuz
The article details escalating tensions in the Middle East, with Iranian negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf defiantly rejecting US threats, while Trump vows military action against Iran. US and Iranian talks in Pakistan failed, and the IDF reportedly neutralized a suspected rocket launcher in Lebanon.