Iranian President Pezeshkian signals openness to dialogue with the US, but cites trust issues after attacks and accuses Israel of an assassination attempt.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed a willingness to engage in dialogue with the United States to resolve differences, despite distrust from past actions.
In an interview, Pezeshkian emphasized the potential for peaceful resolution through talks. He cautioned President Trump against being drawn into conflict by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.
Pezeshkian accused Israel of undermining negotiations and attempting to assassinate him. He cited past strikes on Iran, resulting in casualties, as reasons for distrust.
An Israeli military official stated that Israel had eliminated Iranian officials during attacks. President Trump praised US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, claiming they hindered Iran's nuclear ambitions.
Iran has consistently denied seeking nuclear weapons.