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Friday, September 25, 2026

Iranian President Denies Nuclear Ambitions, Blames U.S. for Regional Conflict

Masoud Pezeshkian, speaking at the UN, also addressed regional security and offered diluted uranium in exchange for sanctions relief.

US Politics • 3 hours ago
Iranian President Denies Nuclear Ambitions, Blames U.S. for Regional Conflict

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has denied his country possesses nuclear ambitions, asserting that Iran seeks nuclear energy solely for peaceful purposes. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, Pezeshkian also pointed to the United States as a source of instability in the Middle East, attributing regional conflicts to U.S. policies.

Pezeshkian proposed a conditional exchange, stating that Iran would be willing to provide its diluted uranium in return for the lifting of sanctions. This offer comes as Iran continues to face international scrutiny over its nuclear program.

During his address, Pezeshkian also criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, particularly following a mass walkout that occurred before Netanyahu's speech. He accused Netanyahu of creating a


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