Iran won't escalate tensions but will defend itself, says Pezeshkian amid Trump's warning
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran does not seek regional escalation but will defend its interests, following warnings from Donald Trump. Trump claimed that diplomatic talks are underway at Iran's request to avoid military conflict.
Why it matters
The conflicting narratives between US and Iranian leadership underscore the volatility of Middle Eastern geopolitics and the fragility of current diplomatic efforts.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday said Tehran does not want to escalate tensions in the Middle East but will "act with its full capabilities" to defend the country's security, national interests and territorial integrity, even as US President Donald Trump warned that Iran had been given a "last chance" to reach an agreement.According to Iranian state broadcaster Press TV, Pezeshkian said, "The Islamic Republic of Iran does not seek to escalate tensions or instability in the region.
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