ALWAGHT- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran remains committed to negotiations as a means of resolving disputes, while rejecting any attempt to dictate terms through threats, pressure, or military force. He stressed that Iran would not submit to external coercion.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran has never sought nuclear weapons and remains willing to negotiate over its nuclear program and sanctions relief. He argued that Iran was engaged in negotiations with Washington when it came under attack, raising questions about US intentions.
Pezeshkian said Iran would continue pursuing diplomacy but would reject attempts to force it into submission through military or political pressure. He stressed that rebuilding trust requires Washington to honor written commitments and demonstrate that it does not seek to overthrow Iran’s government.
Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Pezeshkian said Iran’s proposed seven-day reopening plan would take effect once the United States accepts it. He said the initiative follows the same objectives as the June memorandum but acknowledged that deep distrust between Tehran and Washington remains a major obstacle.
Pezeshkian also said Iran had established a six-member team representing the military, parliament, government and other institutions to coordinate decisions and implementation. Addressing his presence in New York, he rejected claims that Iranian officials had remained in hiding during the conflict, saying he continued government activities and meetings throughout the period.
