# Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran remains ready to respond to Israel's military actions in Lebanon.

*business · news · 2026-04-09 · Times of India*

## Key points

- Iranian President Pezeshkian warned that continued Israeli strikes in Lebanon could derail negotiations.
- Israeli strikes in Lebanon reportedly killed over 200 people a day before Pezeshkian's statement.
- Netanyahu clarified that the ceasefire does not apply to Hezbollah and strikes may continue against them.
- The US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire, with talks to be held in Islamabad under Pakistani mediation.
- A key truce condition is reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran seeking sanctions relief and asset releases.

**Countries:** Iran, Israel, Lebanon, United States, Pakistan

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