Iran Ready for Dignified Negotiations to End ‘Neither War Nor Peace’ Situation: Pezeshkian

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Monday that Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has directed the government to bring an end to the country's prolonged state of “neither war nor peace,” stressing that Tehran is ready to resolve outstanding disputes through dignified negotiations.

Speaking at a ceremony, Pezeshkian said the Supreme Leader had instructed officials to end the current situation, adding that Iran favours dialogue and negotiations conducted on the basis of dignity, justice and mutual respect.

“We can negotiate with dignity and bring the matter to a dignified conclusion. We favour dialogue and negotiations,” the Iranian president said.

He stressed that disputes should be resolved through diplomatic engagement whenever a country's legitimate rights can be secured without resorting to conflict. However, he made it clear that Iran would not accept negotiations under pressure or intimidation.

“We will not surrender to force and bullying,” Pezeshkian said, reiterating that Tehran was willing to engage in talks on equal terms but would not compromise its national rights under coercion.

His remarks come amid continuing diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States following previous military confrontations. The statements signal Tehran's willingness to explore a diplomatic solution while maintaining its firm position on national sovereignty and its rights.

Pezeshkian also called for a change in approach to address domestic challenges, pointing to Iran's abundant natural resources and emphasizing that the country's potential must be utilized to improve living conditions and prevent economic hardship for its people.

The Iranian president's comments reflect growing emphasis within the country's leadership on ending the prolonged strategic uncertainty through diplomacy, while insisting that any negotiations must be based on equality, mutual respect and the protection of Iran's interests.