Tehran, Iran – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has firmly rejected engaging in nuclear negotiations with the United States, just days after former U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly sent a letter to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expressing interest in reaching a new agreement.
In a bold statement, Pezeshkian declared that Iran would not negotiate under pressure, stating, “We will not talk while being threatened. Do whatever the hell you want.” His remarks indicate a continued resistance to U.S. diplomatic overtures, highlighting Iran’s firm stance against what it sees as coercion.
This rejection follows years of heightened tensions between Iran and the U.S. over nuclear policy. The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which limited Iran’s nuclear activities in exchange for sanctions relief, was abandoned by the Trump administration in 2018. Since then, Iran has expanded its nuclear program, while U.S. sanctions have intensified.
Political analysts suggest that Pezeshkian’s response signals a hardline approach to negotiations. “Iran wants to dictate the terms, not be dictated to,” said one Tehran-based political expert. “This is not just about nuclear policy—it’s about sovereignty.”
In Washington, officials have expressed concern over Iran’s nuclear advancements and refusal to negotiate. While the Biden administration has not officially commented on Pezeshkian’s statement, sources suggest that diplomatic backchannels remain open.
The international community continues to monitor the situation closely, as Iran’s uranium enrichment activities raise alarms about regional stability. With both sides standing firm, the prospect of renewed nuclear diplomacy remains uncertain.
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