Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said on June 24 that Tehran will not bow to US pressure, amid mounting tensions between the two countries following recent airstrikes.
According to Reuters, the remarks came as Iran faces diplomatic and military pressure from Washington. Pezeshkian said Iran's position remains firm, but stressed that the country "has no desire" to see tensions escalate further.
The Iranian president's statement followed US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, a move that has raised fears of a wider regional conflict. Analysts say the developments are putting the Middle East in a high-risk situation, while the parties involved continue to seek ways to de-escalate.
There was no immediate detailed information on the next steps from Tehran or Washington. The international community is continuing to monitor developments closely and has called on all sides to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could further complicate the situation.
