Reactions and statements from the international community
The United Arab Emirates welcomed the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and commended former U.S. President Trump's role in facilitating the deal, expressing hope that it will bolster regional stability. The Gulf Cooperation Council also endorsed the agreement.
On December 15, 2025, USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) transits the Arabian Sea as part of a U.S. blockade of Iran's ports and coastline; over 10,000 American service members, 12+ ships, and 100+ aircraft are involved in enforcing the blockade, which does not include the Strait of Hormuz.
Mahsa Sarli, a 14-year-old from Gorgan, Iran, is being held by the Islamic regime for operating a Telegram group. The detention of a child for such reasons highlights the regime's repression of dissent.
Ismail Qaani, commander of the IRGC Quds Force, published a message via Iranian media outlets stating, "Hezbollah is the victor in the fateful battlefield" and attributing any potential ceasefire to the resistance's resilience and support from the Islamic Republic.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf addressed the ceasefire, attributing it to Hezbollah's resilience and the unity of the Axis of Resistance, and thanked Pakistan and General Asim Munir for their mediation efforts.
Benjamin Netanyahu announced that during a conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, Trump emphasized the continuation of the maritime siege on Iran and the destruction of its remaining nuclear capabilities. Netanyahu did not provide further details but mentioned that Iran's missile threats and enrichment capabilities would also be addressed.
The Iranian regime has removed photos of Ruhollah Khomeini from offices and official government settings, replacing them with pictures of Mojtaba Khamenei.
On December 14, 2025, heavy jet activity was reported over an unspecified location in Iran, with video evidence showing continuous air movement. This increased activity is occurring as Israel prepares for potential actions before a ceasefire is scheduled to begin.
The President of the United States announced that negotiations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are progressing well, with a possibility of reaching an agreement that prevents Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Trump stated that Iran's current leaders are more willing to negotiate and warned that conflicts may resume if no agreement is reached, adding that he may travel to Pakistan to finalize the deal.
On Thursday evening, U.S. President Donald Trump stated at the White House that Iran has agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium, though he is unsure if a ceasefire extension with Iran is necessary. He also indicated that the next round of Iran-U.S. negotiations will likely occur this weekend in Islamabad, Pakistan.
During an interview, former U.S. President Donald Trump stated that a blockade could be more effective than bombing in pressuring Iran, suggesting that Arab countries would contribute financially to support such measures.
Senator Lindsey Graham stated that any ceasefire in Lebanon must include a credible plan to disarm Hezbollah, which he described as a terrorist organization aligned with Iran. Graham warned that allowing Hezbollah to remain intact would jeopardize long-term peace and security in the region.
