TEHRAN: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Iran has no desire to build nuclear weapons and has always remained open to negotiations, while firmly declaring that Tehran will not bow to United States pressure.
According to a semi-official Iranian news agency, President Pezeshkian criticized U.S. sanctions and recent months of attacks, labeling these actions as contrary to humanitarian principles and entirely unjustified.
Iranian President Vows Not to Bow to US Pressure, Rejects Nuclear Allegations
President Pezeshkian stated that destructive propaganda is being waged against Iran, adding that accusations claiming Tehran is pursuing nuclear weapons are completely baseless.
He reiterated that while Iran has consistently shown its readiness for dialogue, Washington mistakenly believes that applying pressure can force Iran into surrender. The Iranian president made it clear that his country will not accept decisions imposed through the use of force or coercion, emphasizing a stance that balances willingness for talks with an uncompromising defense of national sovereignty.
Escalation in the Middle East
Tensions in the Middle East have remained high following U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran in March. According to the provided reports, the impacts of the conflict have also spread as far as Yemen and Saudi Arabia.
The reports claim that the Houthis have enforced a naval blockade on Saudi vessels in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, heightening international concerns regarding maritime security and trade transport in the region.
Closure of the Strait of Hormuz
According to the report, Iran has kept the Strait of Hormuz closed since March. Despite efforts by the United States, this critical maritime chokepoint remains shut.
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The Strait of Hormuz serves as a vital global route for the transit of oil and gas. Prolonged disruptions in this corridor threaten to place severe pressure on global energy markets, with reports indicating that worldwide oil and gas supplies have been significantly affected by the ongoing situation.
