Irans President Vows Resistance to US Pressure

February 22, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Irans President Vows Resistance to US Pressure

Iran’s President Reiterates Country’s Stance on Nuclear Talks

Tehran, Iran - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that his country will not yield to external pressure in its nuclear talks with the US.

According to reports, US President Donald Trump warned on Thursday that “bad things” would occur if Iran fails to reach a deal within 15 days. However, Pezeshkian has reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to pursuing its own interests and goals in the negotiations.

The Iranian president’s comments come as the nuclear talks between Iran and the US are nearing their deadline. The talks have been ongoing for several months, with both sides engaged in discussions aimed at reaching a mutually acceptable agreement on Iran’s nuclear program.

Pezeshkian’s statement suggests that Tehran is determined to maintain its independence and sovereignty in the negotiations. He has not provided further details on what this means for the talks or the potential outcomes.

The US has been applying pressure on Iran to reach an agreement, with Trump warning of consequences if a deal is not reached within the specified timeframe. However, Pezeshkian’s comments indicate that Tehran is prepared to resist external pressure and pursue its own objectives in the negotiations.

As the deadline for the talks approaches, it remains to be seen how both sides will proceed. The outcome of the negotiations will have significant implications for regional stability and global security.

Source: Al Jazeera