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Pezeshkian Denies Iran Seeks Trump's Death, Defends Nuclear Program Amid Tensions
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Moneycontrol•25-09-2026, 17:28
Pezeshkian Denies Iran Seeks Trump's Death, Defends Nuclear Program Amid Tensions
- •Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran is not trying to kill US President Donald Trump, refuting assassination plot accusations during a New York meeting with journalists.
- •Pezeshkian defended Iran's nuclear program, asserting its peaceful intent and criticizing US pressure, sanctions, and military threats for causing hardship to Iranians.
- •He emphasized Iran's opposition to US pressure and military action, reiterating that Tehran would not surrender to threats or force.
- •The Iranian president maintained that diplomacy remains possible, but negotiations must occur without military threats or unilateral demands.
- •Pezeshkian's New York visit provided a platform for Iran to present its position amid ongoing confrontation with the United States, despite a US delegation walkout during his UN address.
Key Questions Answered
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian denied allegations that Iran was seeking to kill US President Donald Trump, stating that Tehran had no intention of targeting him.
President Pezeshkian defended Iran's nuclear programme, maintaining that its activities are strictly for peaceful purposes and rejecting claims that Tehran is seeking nuclear weapons.
Pezeshkian stated that while diplomacy remains possible, Iran will not negotiate under military threats, pressure, or unilateral demands, criticizing US sanctions and coercive behaviour.
