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Iran's Pezeshkian says war should end while Tehran holds 'position of power'

From Jerusalem Post · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran should end its war while in a position of power and global recognition of victory.
  • Pezeshkian cited alleged attacks on Iranian infrastructure by the U.S. as a reason for global animosity towards America.
  • He affirmed the readiness of Iranian commanders and armed forces to defend the country, with the government's full support.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian believes the country should conclude its war while it holds a "position of power" and enjoys global acknowledgment of its victory. According to a report from the Iranian Students' News Agency (ISNA), Pezeshkian stated on Friday that ending the war now is preferable.

"It is better to end the war today, when we are in power and dignity, and the whole world acknowledges our victory and emphasizes that America, contrary to all regulations, attacked our schools, hospitals, and infrastructure and is hated in the world," Pezeshkian said.

It is better to end the war today, when we are in power and dignity, and the whole world acknowledges our victory and emphasizes that America, contrary to all regulations, attacked our schools, hospitals, and infrastructure and is hated in the world.

— Masoud PezeshkianIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian explaining why Iran should end the war while in a position of power.

He also added, "Today, we believe that all our commanders and armed forces are fully prepared to defend the country with all their might and with their lives in their hands. They also believe that the government is wholeheartedly seeking to serve the people."

Today, we believe that all our commanders and armed forces are fully prepared to defend the country with all their might and with their lives in their hands. They also believe that the government is wholeheartedly seeking to serve the people.

— Masoud PezeshkianIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian affirming the readiness of the country's armed forces and the government's commitment to serving the people.
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