Iran Claims Victory Over U.S. on the Battlefield, Says Speaker Ghalibaf

Ghalibaf asserted that Tehran only agreed to the current temporary ceasefire after proving its military superiority and ensuring its primary demands were met, according to a report by AFP.

"We have won on the battlefield, and the United States has completely failed to achieve its objectives," Ghalibaf stated. He further emphasized that Iran now maintains "sole control" over maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical energy transit points.

The Looming Wednesday Deadline The Speaker’s comments come at a high-stakes moment, as the two-week temporary ceasefire is set to expire this coming Wednesday. The rhetoric is seen by analysts as a strategic move to strengthen Tehran’s bargaining position before the truce ends.

Risk of Renewed Conflict Despite the mediation efforts, the lack of a diplomatic breakthrough remains a major concern. If a permanent agreement is not secured by Wednesday, military analysts warn that the Middle East could see a rapid return to large-scale kinetic warfare. With Iran asserting dominance over strategic waterways, any renewed conflict would have immediate repercussions for global trade and security.