Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphatically declared that Iran will not relinquish its peaceful nuclear technology, reinforcing the nation’s stance during a meeting with civil activists on Tuesday. The statement, reported by Iran’s semi-official Tasnim news agency, comes amid escalating regional tensions and a substantial US military buildup in West Asia.
President Pezeshkian articulated Iran’s willingness to demonstrate the exclusively peaceful nature of its nuclear program while firmly rejecting any limitations on nuclear applications for medical treatment, industrial development, and agricultural advancement. He referenced Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s religious decree and established policies as the foundation for Iran’s continued rejection of nuclear weapons development.
The presidential remarks coincided with the conclusion of the second round of indirect nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States in Geneva. These delicate diplomatic exchanges, mediated by Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi at Oman’s embassy in Switzerland, followed initial talks held in Muscat on February 6. The negotiations represent ongoing efforts to address international concerns about Iran’s nuclear activities while acknowledging the nation’s rights to nuclear technology under international agreements.
The timing of President Pezeshkian’s declaration highlights the complex diplomatic landscape, where Iran seeks to balance technological sovereignty with international cooperation demands. His address to civil activists signals both domestic reassurance and international positioning regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions amidst heightened geopolitical tensions.