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Axios: Iran rejects Gaza-style truce which exists on paper but US-Israel attack at will
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The article reports that Iran is rejecting a Gaza-style truce framework because it fears a ceasefire without strong guarantees would still allow US-Israeli attacks. This indicates ongoing negotiations under heavy conflict pressure and a low near-term chance of de-escalation.
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Axios: Iran rejects Gaza-style truce which exists on paper but US-Israel attack at will
Iranian officials have told mediators they do not want a ceasefire arrangement similar to those in Gaza or Lebanon, where there is a truce on paper but where the US and Israel can attack again whenever they want to, Axios reported.
The US media outlet, citing four US, Israeli and regional sources, said Tehran is seeking stronger guarantees in any deal.
Negotiations are being conducted through Pakistani, Egyptian and Turkish mediators, as well as messages exchanged between US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, the report said.
The sources described the chances of reaching even a partial agreement within the next 48 hours as “slim.”
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Key Phrases
"Active diplomatic channel amid ongoing conflict""Iran seeks stronger guarantees before any partial agreement""Low probability of near-term ceasefire given reported mistrust""Reflects continuation of the broader US-Israel-Iran war dynamic"