Iranian politician calls Trump’s position an attempt to buy time

An adviser to Iran’s parliamentary speaker has downplayed US President Donald Trump’s decision to extend the ceasefire, describing it as strategically insignificant and potentially deceptive.

In remarks posted on the social platform X, Mehdi Mohammadi argued that the move carries “no significance,” asserting that “the losing side cannot dictate terms.”

“Trump’s extension of the ceasefire has no significance. The losing side cannot dictate terms. The continuation of the blockade is no different from bombardment, and it must be met with a military response. Moreover, extending the ceasefire clearly represents an attempt to buy time for a surprise strike. The initiative in terms of timing lies with Iran,” he said.