Iranian official warns US sanctions risk global instability, urges dialogue

Iranian official Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that the continued US sanctions on Iran will exacerbate global instability, urging Washington to choose dialogue over force. He reiterated that Iran does not seek to acquire nuclear weapons and is ready for talks, as reports emerged of US President Donald Trump considering plans to resume hostilities.

During meetings in Armenia, Pezeshkian stated that Iran cannot be subdued by sanctions, adding that the United States should understand that Iran will continue to strengthen its international relations, relying on its people and cooperation with neighboring countries.

The Iranian official linked the persistence of US sanctions to worsening international conditions, saying, "The United States has not only created problems for us, but for the entire world. If it continues on this path, the situation will deteriorate further for everyone. Therefore, it is better to resort to logical dialogue rather than force."

Separately, regarding bilateral relations, Pezeshkian met with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Friday, holding talks on the sidelines of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity.

During the meeting, Pezeshkian stressed the need to develop a long-term strategic program between Iran and Armenia covering mining, trade, economy, tourism, and culture. He noted that such a program could deepen cooperation across various sectors.

The Iranian official emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation, stating that stronger ties between the two countries would contribute to stability and security in the region.