Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian affirmed his country's readiness to engage in dialogue with the United States, provided it is conducted on an "equal footing" and not "under threats or pressure," as he put it.

In televised remarks broadcast on Iranian state television, Pezeshkian stated, "The United States does not only harm Iran but the entire world," pointing out that "this behavior contradicts Washington's claims of calls for dialogue and understanding."

Pezeshkian called for "maintaining national unity and avoiding internal conflicts," emphasizing that "preserving our unity and refraining from internal disputes is the way to thwart foreign conspiracies and foil their plans."

He added that Iran "will not allow any attempt to impose foreign will on its national sovereignty," urging "political and national awareness in facing regional and international challenges."

It is worth noting that U.S. President Donald Trump previously revealed that he had sent a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader regarding reaching an agreement on the nuclear program.

Trump explained that Washington is considering two paths to resolve the crisis—military and diplomatic—but prioritizes negotiations, signaling ongoing diplomatic efforts to address nuclear disputes.

In 2015, Iran, along with Britain, Germany, China, Russia, the United States, and France, reached a nuclear agreement that included easing sanctions on Tehran in exchange for imposing restrictions on its nuclear program.

In May 2018, the United States withdrew from the agreement during Trump's first term and reimposed sanctions on Iran, prompting Tehran to gradually reduce its nuclear commitments and abandon restrictions on research and uranium enrichment levels.