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Iran's President Reiterates Same Demands for US Talks
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In Short: Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is not at war with Saudi Arabia and reiterated that the country's demands for negotiations with the US remain unchanged.
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian declared on Monday that Iran is not engaged in a war with Saudi Arabia, according to reports from FXStreet. The statement comes as tensions between the two nations have been rising. In related developments, US President Donald Trump indicated that the US is open to engaging with Iran, a stance that marks a shift from his previous insistence on not negotiating with the Islamic Republic.
Pezeshkian also emphasized that Iran's demands for talks with the United States are the same as those previously made, as reported by FXStreet. This assertion suggests that Iran is maintaining a consistent approach in its diplomatic efforts despite the changing political landscape.
Background
Masoud Pezeshkian is an Iranian politician and heart surgeon who has served as the ninth president of Iran since 2024. A member of the reformist faction, he is the oldest person to serve in this position, taking office at the age of 69.
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