Iranian president insists on country's nuclear rights
Iran’s president has strongly defended the country’s right to pursue nuclear development, pushing back against US pressure as negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain unresolved amid an ongoing regional conflict.
Masoud Pezeshkian said the United States has no legal or moral authority to deny Iran access to nuclear technology, questioning statements by Donald Trump that Tehran should be restricted. He argued that Iran’s nuclear programme is a sovereign right under international frameworks, particularly for peaceful purposes such as energy generation and medical research.
His remarks come at a critical moment, as indirect talks between the two countries continue alongside a fragile ceasefire linked to the wider US-Israel conflict with Iran. Iranian officials involved in the negotiations have acknowledged limited progress in recent discussions but said major differences persist, especially regarding uranium enrichment limits, verification mechanisms, and control over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Washington has signalled cautious optimism, with Trump describing recent exchanges as constructive, while also warning Tehran against using the strait as leverage. The waterway, which typically handles about 20 percent of global oil shipments, has seen severely reduced traffic since the conflict escalated, contributing to volatility in global energy markets and rising fuel prices worldwide.
Diplomatic sources say mediators from regional countries are continuing efforts to bridge gaps, but neither side has disclosed concrete terms under consideration. Analysts note that deep mistrust, built over decades of strained relations, remains a major obstacle to any lasting agreement.
The conflict, now entering its eighth week, has already caused thousands of casualties and expanded beyond Iran, with strikes reported in Lebanon and other parts of the Middle East. Observers warn that failure to reach a deal before the ceasefire expires could trigger renewed escalation with broader regional and economic consequences.
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