During the ceremony for receiving the credentials of the new French ambassador, Pierre Cochard, on Monday, Pezeshkian stated that Tehran does not seek war but rather dialogue—though it will respond firmly and decisively to any repeated act of aggression.
He also highlighted his government's efforts to promote internal understanding and external openness, asserting that Western countries obstruct this path through propaganda campaigns and unfounded accusations related to nuclear weapons.
Pezeshkian added that Iran demands its rights within the framework of international law and remains committed to those laws.