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Iranian President Pezeshkian Signals Continued Diplomatic Engagement Post-Conflict

Jun 08, 2026 07:30 AM CT Tehran, Iran iran,diplomacy,pezheshkian,de-escalation,negotiations

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran remains open to negotiations following the cessation of direct attacks on Israel. This statement indicates a potential de-escalation phase and a strategic pivot toward diplomatic channels to manage tensions after the recent exchange of fire.

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Pezeshkian says Iran still at negotiating table Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran remained at the negotiating table after halting attacks on Israel following the first exchange of fire since the April truce. "Diplomacy and defence are the two wings of national power; we have neither...

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President Pezeshkian affirmed Iran's willingness to negotiate and emphasized the dual importance of diplomacy and defense.

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