Also known as: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian · Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian
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Capital News
… Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told state TV Iran was ready “to assure the world that we are not after a nuclear weapon.” US Secretary of State Marco Rubio earlier said that “significant” but “not final” progress had been made in the negotiations. …
Trump tells US negotiators ‘not to rush’ into deal with IranThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeIran's President Masoud Pezeshkian receives Pakistan’s Army Chief Syed Asim Munir in Tehran on May 23, 2026. …
Iran hangs man for spying during war with US, Israel: judiciaryCapital News
… On Sunday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian did not directly reference Tehran’s proposal but said: “We will never bow our heads before the enemy, and if talk of dialogue or negotiation arises, it does not mean surrender or retreat.” Trump posted on Truth Social: “I have just r …
Trump calls Iran response to US proposal to end war ‘totally unacceptable’The Standard
… publicly maintained a defiant line during diplomatic efforts to bring the warring sides back to the negotiating table."We will never bow down to the enemy, and if there is talk of dialogue or negotiation, it does not mean surrender or retreat," Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian …
Trump rejects Iran peace terms, Tehran warns of new attacksThe Standard
… what would be, if confirmed, only the second alleged strike on a Gulf country since the start of the month-old truce."We will never bow down to the enemy, and if there is talk of dialogue or negotiation, it does not mean surrender or retreat," Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian …
Iran responds to US peace proposal as drones hit GulfCitizen Digital
… Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran remained open to dialogue, but rejected US "maximum pressure" demands as "impossible." Elevated energy costs are adding to economic strain and creating a political headache for Trump ahead of midterm elections. …
US pauses Hormuz escorts in bid for deal, as threats continueCitizen Digital
… Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that the blockade of his country's ports was effectively an "extension of military operations" by Washington, in spite of the ongoing ceasefire. …
Iran's supreme leader defies US blockade as oil prices soarThe Standard
… "Any attempt to impose a maritime blockade or restrictions is contrary to international law... and is doomed to fail," Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said, in a statement that warned the blockade that began on April 13 would be "a disruption to lasting stability in the Persia …
Iran's supreme leader defies US blockade as oil prices soarCitizen Digital
… ighs, stoked inflation and darkened global growth prospects. window._taboola = window._taboola || []; _taboola.push({ mode: 'thumbnails-m', container: 'taboola-mid-article-thumbnails', placement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian …
US-Iran peace hopes fade as Trump scraps talksThe Standard
… Even before Trump's move, prospects for talks were uncertain, with Iranian state television saying Araghchi had no plans to meet US officials and that Islamabad would act as a conduit for proposals.Sharif said he had spoken to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and reiterated Is …
Trump cancels Pakistan talks trip, says Iran war on holdUS President Donald Trump has instructed negotiators "not to rush into a deal" with Iran, saying both sides must take time to "get it right," after earlier suggesting an agreement was close. The reported deal involves a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and further negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme, though some Republicans argue it is too lenient on Iran.
25 May 2026 · Capital News →
US President Donald Trump has instructed negotiators "not to rush into a deal" with Iran, saying both sides must take time to "get it right," after earlier suggesting an agreement was close. The reported deal involves a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and further negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme, though some Republicans argue it is too lenient on Iran.
25 May 2026 · Capital News →
Iran's judiciary reported the execution of Mojtaba Kian, convicted of sending information related to Iran's defence industry to hostile networks during the nearly 40-day war that began on February 28. The judiciary said this is the first known execution for a spying offence committed during the conflict.
24 May 2026 · The Standard →
President Trump dismissed Iran's response to US proposals to end the war, which included an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, halt to a US naval blockade, and guarantees against further attacks on Iran. Israeli PM Netanyahu said Iran's uranium enrichment sites must be dismantled before the war can end.
11 May 2026 · Capital News →
US President Trump branded Iran's terms for ending the Middle East war "totally unacceptable," prompting Tehran to warn it would retaliate against new US strikes and restrict foreign warships in the Strait of Hormuz. The standoff sent oil prices sharply higher, with Brent crude rising 4.65 percent and WTI surging over 4 percent as investors feared further supply disruptions.
11 May 2026 · The Standard →
Iran delivered a response to Washington's peace proposal to Pakistani mediators, focusing on ending the war on all fronts, especially in Lebanon, and ensuring shipping security. The response came as drones threatened Gulf targets on Sunday, including a strike that damaged a freighter heading to Qatar, and amid Tehran's warnings against retaliation for any new US strikes.
10 May 2026 · The Standard →
President Trump announced the US will pause its operation escorting commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing progress toward a peace agreement with Iran. Secretary of State Rubio said the US has completed offensive operations against Iran while reserving the right to respond to further attacks on shipping.
6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared that the United States suffered a "disgraceful defeat" in its plans, rejecting President Trump's warning of a prolonged US naval blockade. Khamenei said Iran now controls shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and predicted a future for the Persian Gulf without US interference.
1 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Iran's supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared in a written statement that the United States had suffered a shameful defeat, defying Trump's threat of a months-long naval blockade. Khamenei asserted Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz and claimed any maritime blockade would violate international law and fail.
30 April 2026 · The Standard →
Diplomatic efforts to end a two-month U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran have stalled, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi leaving mediator Pakistan empty-handed and U.S. President Donald Trump cancelling a planned visit by his envoys. The deadlock has pushed energy prices to multi-year highs and threatened global economic growth.
26 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
US President Donald Trump cancelled his envoys' planned trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran, saying there was no point "sitting around talking about nothing," though he added the war would not immediately resume. Trump said he scrapped the visit after being unimpressed with Tehran's negotiating position, but a revised proposal followed within minutes of his decision.
26 April 2026 · The Standard →