The big picture:
In a televised interview, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he had sent a letter to Iranian officials, warning them that Iran must either engage in talks or be ready for war. The Iranian Foreign Minister's statement is viewed as a response to Trump's threats.
Earlier, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Leader of the Revolution, also announced his position on Trump's threat and rejected discussing matters with the US government, labeling it a "bullying government."
What he’s saying:
Iran’s nuclear energy program has always been and will remain entirely peaceful.
There is no "potential militarization" in its nuclear agenda.
Iran will not negotiate under pressure or intimidation—negotiation must not equate to bullying or dictation.
Historical interactions with the US have shown that respectful discourse yields respect, while threats provoke confrontation.
Key points :
- Iran’s nuclear program is strictly for energy and scientific advancement.
- No deal will be made under coercion; every discussion must be on equal footing.
- Ongoing talks with the E3, Russia, and China aim to build confidence and transparency.
- Iran recalls past engagements where respect was met with respect, setting the tone for future interactions.
Go deeper:
This declaration is a strategic call for rebalancing international nuclear negotiations. By demanding respect and equality, Iran reaffirms its peaceful intentions and urges critics to abandon threats.
Qalibaf: Tehran Is Not Waiting for Any Letter From U.S.
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Hossein Amiri
