Source close to Ghalibaf denies claims of interference in Lebanon
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A source close to the Iranian Parliament Speaker tells Al Mayadeen that Ghalibaf reaffirmed Iran's support for any ceasefire agreement endorsed by the Lebanese government and the Resistance.
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Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, speaks during a press conference in Beirut, Lebanon, on October 12, 2024. (AP)
Statements attributed to the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf regarding a ceasefire in Lebanon are entirely false, a source close to the politican told Al Mayadeen on Friday.
The source pointed out that the speaker's positions on developments in Lebanon remain clear and unequivocal.
Ghalibaf reaffirmed in his statements that Iran will support any ceasefire agreement endorsed by the Lebanese government and the resistance, the source highlighted.
According to the source, Iran's cooperation with Europe seeks to facilitate a ceasefire agreement backed by both the government and the resistance in Lebanon.
Lebanon aims for the implementation of UN Resolution No. 1701: Mikati
Earlier, Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati expressed "surprise" regarding Ghalibaf's remarks for Le Figaro about Tehran's willingness to negotiate with Paris regarding Lebanon and the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution No.1701.
Mikati said, "We are surprised by this position, which constitutes a blatant interference in Lebanese affairs, and an attempt to establish an unacceptable guardianship over Lebanon."
He added, "During the recent visits of the Iranian foreign minister and the speaker of the shura council to Lebanon, we emphasized the importance of understanding the Lebanese situation, particularly as Lebanon faces unprecedented Israeli aggression. We are collaborating with all of Lebanon's allies, including France, to pressure Israel into a ceasefire."
Mikati stated that only Lebanon is responsible for negotiations in implementing the UN resolution, stressing that all other parties must support the effort without imposing new mandates, which he explained "are rejected by all national and sovereign considerations"
A few days ago, at Mehrabad Airport, after returning from Geneva, having attended the 149th General Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union, Ghalibaf said, "We made every effort in Geneva to convey the voice of the oppressed people of Lebanon and Palestine," adding that "both Islamic and non-Islamic countries have taken good positions toward Palestine."
He underscored Iran's unwavering support for "any decision made by the people and government of Lebanon."
