Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said his country must move beyond the continuing uncertainty between the prospect of war and peace, adding that Tehran would not make concessions.
Pezeshkian said Iranian officials were holding talks almost every day to pursue an approach that would protect Iran's principles and values. He said Iran needed an understanding that would deter the opposing sides from considering a new attack.
War and uncertainty weigh on the economy
Emphasizing that war would not bring a solution, Pezeshkian said the prolonged uncertainty over whether fighting would resume was placing a burden on Iran's economy.
The Iranian president said attracting investment would become more difficult as long as the possibility of renewed conflict persisted, adding that the current situation must be overcome through reason while preserving Iran's strength.
Iran-U.S. memorandum contains no surrender clause
Pezeshkian maintained that the latest memorandum of understanding signed with the United States contained no provision forcing Tehran to surrender or make concessions.
Iran and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding in June, with Pakistan and Qatar acting as mediators. The document aimed to end the fighting that began in February and continue negotiations toward a final agreement.
Hormuz Strait arrangements remain a point of dispute
Talks between Iran and the United States stalled over disputes concerning the implementation of the memorandum of understanding and navigation arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz, which is critically important for global oil and natural gas exports.