Iranian President Advocates Dialogue Over War Amid Tensions

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Ganpat Singh Chouhan

Iranian President Advocates Dialogue Over War Amid Tensions

Tehran, April 15: Tensions continue to escalate in the Middle East. In this context, Iran has expressed its desire for dialogue rather than conflict. President Masoud Pajeskhian made this statement through the IRNA news agency.

Pajeskhian clarified that Iran is not interested in any confrontation and emphasized that disputes can only be resolved through conversation.

He also issued a warning to the United States, urging it not to impose conditions on Iran or attempt to force its surrender, as such efforts would not succeed.

Furthermore, the Iranian president raised questions regarding recent attacks, labeling them as violations of international law and humanitarian principles. He stated that targeting civilians, children, intellectuals, schools, and hospitals is unacceptable under human rights regulations.

Pajeskhian reiterated Iran’s commitment to peace and dialogue but made it clear that it will not compromise on its sovereignty and security.

These remarks come amid increasing U.S. sanctions on Iranian ports. A two-week ceasefire is currently in effect. Meanwhile, there were hopes for a permanent resolution during the Islamabad talks, although the marathon meeting held on April 9-10 ended without results.

Following this, U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance claimed in a press conference that Iran would bear the consequences. Subsequently, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military would now monitor the Strait of Hormuz, keeping an eye on vessels allegedly paying tolls to Iran, with the aim of enhancing regional security.

In addition, the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) declared that the blockade had been successfully implemented. In a statement, CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper noted that within just 36 hours of the blockade’s initiation, the U.S. military had halted all maritime trade entering and leaving Iran.

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