As negotiations appear on the horizon to bring an end to the ongoing war involving the US and Iran, individuals within Iran share their conflicted sentiments. While some citizens express a desire for peace, they grapple with fears that a ceasefire may solidify the current government's power. Kiana, a Tehran resident, articulates her confusion about the potential outcome of discussions designed to end the violence while keeping existing leadership intact. If the war ends, the sounds of explosions will stop, but we would still face a regime that remains potent and could turn even more violent, she explains. Armin, another resident, echoes this sentiment, wishing for a quick resolution but opposing any deals with the Islamic Republic, believing such actions would legitimize their rule globally. Amid government-imposed restrictions on access to the outside world, these voices depict a society grappled with both the specter of war and the internal struggle for reform. Many ordinary Iranians are left to navigate their desires for peace against the complex political landscape, making clear that any discussions about a ceasefire could have significant implications for the nation's future.