- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the ongoing conflict with the U.S. has been imposed on Iran and warned of a strong response if attacks continue.
- In an interview with Fox News, Pezeshkian emphasized, “We did not choose war, the war was imposed on us” and stated that Iran does not seek war.
- Pezeshkian addressed the UN General Assembly, asserting that Iran would not back down or surrender in the face of conflict.
- President Trump has threatened further destruction against Iran if an agreement is not reached, indicating that the conflict shows few signs of ending.
- Pezeshkian criticized the U.S. for attempting to fuel unrest in Iran, claiming it aims to pave the way for the downfall of Iran's political system.
- Pezeshkian also claimed that Iran never sought nuclear weapons, despite ongoing international scrutiny over its nuclear program.
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized at the UN that the conflict with the U.S. was not initiated by Iran, stating, "We did not choose war, the war was imposed on us. We do not seek war." He warned of a "strong" response if attacks continue, reflecting the ongoing tensions that have persisted for six months.356
President Trump, in response, reiterated threats of further destruction if a deal is not reached, suggesting that Iran is stalling negotiations until after the upcoming elections. Pezeshkian criticized Trump's approach, saying, "But the gift that they brought us were guided missiles, heavy weapons and destruction."4
The Iranian president also addressed the issue of nuclear weapons, asserting that Iran "never sought nuclear weapons" and referred to a religious decree against them by the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. He expressed a willingness to move forward with a previously signed agreement with the U.S., which fell apart, stating, "We do reach an agreement with your president."
The conflict shows no signs of resolution, with both leaders maintaining their positions amidst escalating tensions and threats.
“Pezeshkian claimed Iran never sought nuclear weapons and referenced a June memorandum of understanding that fell apart. He also accused Washington of trying to fuel unrest to 'pave the way for the downfall' of Iran's political system.”
