Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that the United States holds the responsibility for deciding whether to halt the ongoing conflict, emphasizing that Tehran does not wish to prolong the fighting. The comments were made during an interview with Fox News that aired on Thursday.
This statement follows a stern address Pezeshkian delivered on Wednesday at the United Nations in New York. During his trip to the US capital, he adopted a defiant posture, telling the international community that Iran would not submit to American pressure or “bend at the knee” to Washington.
The defiance at the UN contrasts sharply with the peace offer here. Confusing signals.
Does the US actually have a choice, or is this just political theater?
I’m surprised he chose Fox News for this. Didn’t expect that venue.
Finally some direct language. But actions speak louder than interview quotes.