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Iran’s President Defies International Pressure During Nuclear Negotiations

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 10:16 AM

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Saturday that Iran will resist international pressure during ongoing nuclear discussions with the United States. Speaking on state television, Pezeshkian stated his country refuses to submit to demands from global powers despite mounting challenges.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Saturday that his nation will resist yielding to international pressure during ongoing nuclear discussions with the United States.

During a televised address broadcast live on state television, Pezeshkian stated: “World powers are lining up to force us to bow our heads… but we will not bow our heads despite all the problems that they are creating for us.”

The Iranian leader’s remarks come as diplomatic efforts continue between Tehran and Washington regarding nuclear negotiations.

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