In a recent statement, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi emphasized that Iran’s fundamental stance is based on maintaining peace, stability, and security in the region. He clarified that Iran does not seek to escalate tensions and has not initiated any conflicts or disputes. Raisi stated that Iran has no intention of attacking any country and is merely exercising its legitimate right to defend itself against external threats.
The Iranian President also criticized US President Donald Trump for trying to restrict the Iranian people’s rights, emphasizing that Iran cannot exploit its nuclear rights. Raisi went on to say that the enemy has failed in its objectives, targeting infrastructure, schools, and hospitals. He also stated that the enemy’s intentions to destroy Iranian civilization and send it back to the Stone Age are evident in their statements.
In a separate statement, Iranian delegation leader Bagher Qalibaf said that progress has been made in talks with the US, but there is still a long way to go. He stated that the US has announced a blockade, which is a foolish and absurd decision. Qalibaf also said that other countries can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran cannot.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Saeed Khatibzadeh stated that the US blockade of Iranian ports and coastal areas is a clear violation of the ceasefire agreement. The US media reported that the Iranian negotiating team is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Monday. However, Iran has yet to make a decision regarding sending a delegation to Islamabad for the second round of talks with the US.
US President Donald Trump announced that his representatives are traveling to Islamabad for talks with Iran. Trump also stated that the US will not repeat the mistakes of the Obama era. Iranian authorities have reportedly arrested four individuals on charges of espionage, including two foreigners.
According to reports, Trump’s statement about destroying Iranian civilization was made in haste and sparked widespread concern on social media. Trump later stated that, in light of the situation, increased vigilance is necessary. The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) has stated that it cannot be bound by a unilateral ceasefire agreement. The Houthis have also called on Trump to cease hindering peace efforts in Yemen.
A letter was sent to the UN Secretary-General and the President of the UN Security Council by the Permanent Mission of Bahrain to the UN. The letter requested that the US and Iran engage in peaceful negotiations to resolve their differences. The US media reported that the Iranian negotiating team is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Monday. US President Donald Trump announced that his representatives are traveling to Islamabad for talks with Iran. Trump also stated that the US will not repeat the mistakes of the Obama era.
In a separate incident, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) recovered $145 million in Iranian currency from a detainee in Karachi. Iran has yet to make a decision regarding sending a delegation to Islamabad for the second round of talks with the US.
