Iranian President Pezeshkian told Pakistan army chief Munir on the 20th that regional tensions and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz stem from U.S. aggression. He said Washington cannot simultaneously intensify sanctions, pressure and a blockade and credibly seek dialogue. Pezeshkian said Iran is willing to talk but only after the U.S. removes threats and sanctions, adding that current U.S. actions contradict any stated desire for agreement. He warned war would not achieve U.S. objectives and

Iranian President Pezeshkian told Pakistan army chief Munir on the 20th that regional tensions and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz stem from U.S. aggression. He said Washington cannot simultaneously intensify sanctions, pressure and a blockade and credibly seek dialogue. Pezeshkian said Iran is willing to talk but only after the U.S. removes threats and sanctions, adding that current U.S. actions contradict any stated desire for agreement. He warned war would not achieve U.S. objectives and would cause damage across Iran and the wider region.