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Iranian Parliament Speaker Outlines Seven Conditions for Restoring US Trust

Oct 20, 2026 01:47 PM CT Tehran, Iran iran, united-states, diplomacy, nuclear-program, political-statement

Summary

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf stated that the United States can only regain Iran's trust by fulfilling seven specific conditions. While asserting that Iran does not seek war, he emphasized that the country is fully prepared for defense, signaling a firm diplomatic stance amidst ongoing regional tensions.

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Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said that Iran doesn’t seek war but is fully prepared for defense

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Iran NEUTRAL

Stated that the US must fulfill seven conditions to regain trust and affirmed readiness for defense while denying intent to seek war.

United States NEUTRAL

Referenced as the party required to meet specific conditions to restore diplomatic trust.

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