Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared Tehran’s unwavering stance on securing its 'legitimate rights' during a high-level meeting with the Pakistani army chief in Tehran on Saturday. The talks come amid a surge in regional diplomacy aimed at averting renewed US military action against Iran.
Ghalibaf, Iran’s top negotiator, stated that Iran would defend its interests 'whether through the battlefield or through negotiations,' according to Iranian state media. He accused the US of lacking sincerity in diplomatic engagements, underscoring Tehran’s distrust of Washington as a negotiating partner.
There will be no compromise over Iran’s legitimate rights, whether it be on the battlefield or at the negotiating table.
The meeting with the Pakistani delegation follows heightened tensions in the region, as Iran seeks to bolster alliances and consolidate support against potential US aggression. The Pakistani army chief's visit signals Islamabad’s involvement in regional efforts to stabilize the Middle East, though its exact role remains unclear.
As Iran continues to assert its sovereignty amidst escalating geopolitical pressures, the outcome of these diplomatic maneuvers will likely shape the trajectory of US-Iran relations in the coming months.