Iran Stands Firm: President Asserts No Desire for Conflict Amidst Threats and Bullying
In a recent address, President Masoud Pezeshkian highlighted Iran’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with other nations, particularly its neighboring countries. He firmly stated that Iran will not succumb to threats or coercion regarding its rights.
During the inauguration ceremony for communication and information technology projects, held on World Communications Day, Pezeshkian remarked:
“We seek peace, not conflict, but we will not submit to force and bullying either,”
He made these comments in response to Western media claims suggesting that Iran might compromise its scientific and research achievements during ongoing indirect negotiations with the United States.
The president emphasized:
“The Islamic Republic will never succumb to threats and will not give up on any scientific achievements across all sectors.”
Pezeshkian noted the dynamic nature of the global landscape, urging the need to:
- Strive for excellence using the expertise of scholars and professionals.
- Promote unity to combat unilateralism and totalitarianism, particularly from the United States.
He further asserted that if Iranian elites demonstrate dedication to the nation’s honor and pride, it would pave the way for resolving various challenges:
“If Iranian elites show devotion and strive for the country’s honor and pride, all problems and crises will be solved.”
The president also emphasized the importance of knowledge-based companies adhering to essential standards to function effectively. He stated:
“We need transparent and up-to-date data for management, policy-making, and monitoring, in order to reduce costs and increase the quality of work.”
