SAEDNEWS: media activist Mahdi Saeedi wrote on Telegram that a proposal for reducing mutual attacks—though not a formal "ceasefire"—has been prepared. Such decisions are natural in war, as past conflicts have occasionally allowed brief breathing spaces at the parties' request.
Such tactical (not strategic) decisions are made by the Armed Forces General Staff or at most the Supreme National Security Council and do not fall under Article 110 of the Constitution, which grants the Leader the authority to declare war and peace.
What is happening now is more like a brief breathing pause during a conflict, giving both sides a chance to regroup—an opportunity that might be broken in two hours or two days as the conflict continues.
Why we accepted this request is because we definitely needed it, and the authorities approved it. We must remember that many hidden military considerations behind the scenes have led decision-makers to see this time as an opportunity. Although, by God’s grace, we have dealt severe blows to the enemy who can no longer bear them, it doesn’t mean we ourselves don’t need a breather to restore some of our strength.
However, we must be cautious that:
The enemy does not deliver a surprise strike during this time, so we must stay ready and watchful.
Our motivation and energy—whether among the people, officials, or armed forces—do not wane suddenly in the middle of the struggle.
We do not waste this opportunity but quickly rebuild and repair some of our offensive and defensive capabilities to prepare for continuing the conflict with greater strength.
If so, this brief tactical pause will turn into a valuable opportunity, God willing.
