Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, that his country was forced into a war, emphasizing that Iran does not seek to achieve its security at the expense of others. According to news agencies, Pezeshkian highlighted that former US President Donald Trump labeled Iran as terrorists, but his country fell victim to terrorism. He mentioned that Iran's Supreme Leader was killed without a legal framework, and his country is defending itself and its people against aggression.
Pezeshkian pointed out that the US and Israel have attacked Iran with the latest technology and advanced weaponry, but the Iranian people have shown resilience. He stressed that Iran's nuclear energy program is for peaceful purposes and not for developing nuclear weapons. The Iranian President emphasized that his country needs nuclear energy, not nuclear bombs, and that it will not allow others to freely move through the Strait of Hormuz and launch operations against it.
The Iranian President reiterated that expanding the war will not achieve its goals and that no one can spread chaos in regional countries. Pezeshkian expressed his country's desire for cooperation to achieve security and emphasized the need for strong neighbors. He stated that regional issues should be resolved within the region and that Iran will not accept external interference.
Pezeshkian criticized the double standards applied to his country, citing Israel's actions and the sanctions imposed on Iran. He emphasized that Iran has always been committed to negotiations and has not been an aggressive country. The Iranian President mentioned that his country adheres to the memorandum of understanding and is not afraid of war when defending itself.
The Iranian President emphasized that his country seeks energy for progress, not to threaten societies with weapons. Pezeshkian expressed his desire for joint cooperation to achieve security. He reiterated that Iran has always shown commitment to negotiations and has not started a war.
Pezeshkian highlighted the need to resolve regional problems through regional cooperation. He stated that Iran will not allow the use of the Strait of Hormuz to transport weapons that could be used against his country. The Iranian President emphasized that his country is committed to peaceful resolution of issues.
In conclusion, President Pezeshkian stated that Iran was forced into a war but has shown that it is not afraid to defend itself. He emphasized the need for strong neighbors and peaceful resolution of regional issues, stressing that Iran seeks cooperation for security, not aggression.
Key points
- Iran's President emphasizes the need for strong neighbors and peaceful resolution of regional issues.
- Iranian President criticizes double standards applied to his country, citing Israel's actions and sanctions imposed on Iran.
- Pezeshkian reiterates Iran's commitment to peaceful purposes and negotiations.
