Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the United Nations General Assembly, expressing his country’s readiness to engage in the 2015 nuclear deal if all participants act in good faith. Pezeshkian criticized Israel for its actions in Gaza and Lebanon, emphasizing Iran’s desire for peace and opposition to war. He also listed grievances against the US, including sanctions and the killing of General Qassem Soleimani in a US drone strike.
Efforts to revive the nuclear pact have so far failed after the US withdrew from the deal in 2018 under former President Donald Trump. Trump, speaking at an event last week, praised his decision to terminate the agreement, calling it the “worst deal ever made for Israel.”
Al Jazeera’s Mike Hanna described Pezeshkian’s tone at the UNGA as moderate, noting his calls for dialogue and efforts to prevent further conflicts in the Middle East. The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency also mentioned a greater willingness from Iranian officials to engage meaningfully on nuclear issues.
Overall, Pezeshkian’s speech signals a potential shift towards diplomacy and cooperation, particularly in regards to the nuclear deal and regional conflicts. The international community will be closely watching for any progress in these areas.
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