Why it matters:
Islamic Republic of Iran continues to emphasize that any diplomatic engagement with the United States must be based on trust restoration, rejecting direct negotiations due to Washington’s history of broken commitments.
What he's saying:
Speaking at the cabinet meeting on Sunday, Pezeshkian stated that Iran has never shied away from negotiations but holds the United States accountable for past breaches of agreements. He underlined that the path to dialogue depends on the U.S. conduct moving forward.
Key points:
- Tehran has dismissed direct negotiations but left the door open for indirect talks.
- Pezeshkian hailed the Iranian people's turnout in Quds Day.
- He extended greetings for Eid al-Fitr, calling for increased social harmony and kindness.
- Pezeshkian condemned continued Israeli attacks on Gaza and urged Muslim nations to stand united against the Zionist regime.
Go deeper:
Iran maintains a principled approach toward negotiations, ensuring that any engagement with the U.S. serves national interests and regional stability.
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