Iran’s Foreign Ministry said on Monday that any final agreement to end the ongoing war with the US must include a ceasefire in Lebanon, pointing out Israel’s violation of existing truce arrangements through continued military operations in Lebanon.

Speaking at his weekly press briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the ongoing Israeli military assault in Lebanon constituted a “clear and flagrant violation” of a ceasefire reached in April.

“We have emphasised and continue to emphasise that a ceasefire in Lebanon is an integral part of any ceasefire and any final agreement to end the war,” Baghaei said.

The spokesman accused Israel of pursuing a policy of regional aggression with US support, alleging that Washington had violated ceasefire arrangements and continued what he described as hostile actions against Iran.

Baghaei also claimed that restrictions on Iranian commercial shipping amounted to a breach of ceasefire commitments and an act of aggression against the country.

His remarks come amid ongoing tensions across the region and renewed exchanges of accusations between Tehran, Washington and Tel Aviv over the implementation of ceasefire agreements and broader efforts to prevent further escalation.

Iranian officials have repeatedly warned that any future military action against the country would prompt a strong response.