Pezeshkian told the media that his country can negotiate without compromising its dignity and underscored his responsibility to work toward the Iranian people’s well-being.

The Iranian president stated, “Logic dictates that we should not go to war if we can secure our rights through dialogue; however, we will not yield to intimidation or pressure tactics.”

The head of State reiterated Tehran’s support for talks, maintaining that the country must not compromise its future or rule out a diplomatic solution to its differences with Washington.

The United States and Israel launched a war on Iran on February 28, 2026, before reaching a ceasefire in April. Clashes between Washington and Tehran resumed in July, amid a stalemate in diplomatic efforts.

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