EX-PATS- 401K’s and Retirement Investors, US markets respond to Trump, but IRAN states otherwise

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi categorically denied the existence of a ceasefire with Israel, as had been anticipated by former US President Donald Trump .

In an official statement, the Iranian foreign minister clarified that there is no formal understanding between the parties. However, he indicated that his country would be willing to cease its operations if Israel completely halts its offensives before a certain deadline.

“So far, there is no ‘agreement’ on any ceasefire or cessation of military operations. However, as long as the Israeli regime ceases its illegal aggression against the Iranian people by 4:00 a.m. Tehran time, we have no intention of continuing our response after that,” Araghchi stated.

The statement comes in response to Trump’s claim on social media that a supposed cessation of hostilities would take effect within hours, though without official confirmation from any of the governments involved.

The Iranian foreign minister reiterated that his country’s stance will depend solely on Israeli actions. Meanwhile, Tehran continues to evaluate its next steps, without completely ruling out a possible de-escalation of the conflict.

“The final decision on the cessation of our military operations will be made later,” Araghchi concluded.