Iranian president warns US sanctions risk global escalation, urges dialogue
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian warned US sanctions could worsen global tensions and called on Washington to pursue dialogue instead of force.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has warned that the continued US sanctions against his country will exacerbate global tensions, urging Washington to adopt dialogue rather than force. He reiterated that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons and is ready for talks, as reports emerge of Donald Trump discussing plans to resume hostilities.
During meetings in Armenia, Pezeshkian stated, “Iran cannot be subdued by sanctions,” adding, “The United States should know that Iran will continue to strengthen its international relations, relying on its people and cooperating with its neighbors.”
The Iranian president linked the ongoing US sanctions to worsening international conditions, saying, “The United States has not only caused 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 choose logical dialogue over the use of 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 emphasized the need to develop a long-term strategic program between Iran and Armenia covering mining, trade, economic, tourism, and cultural sectors. He noted that “establishing a strategic program between the two countries can deepen their relations across various fields.”
The Iranian president stressed the importance of expanding cooperation, saying, “Deepening ties between the two countries will contribute to stability and security in the region.”