Pezeshkian: They left us no other choice
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the leaders of Gulf countries, stating, "Distinguished leaders of our neighboring countries, we have made intense efforts to avoid war through diplomacy. However, American-Zionist aggression has left us no choice but to defend ourselves."
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has sent a diplomatic message to the leaders of Gulf countries as attacks by the US and Israel against Iran continue.
In a statement on his social media account, Pezeshkian said, "Distinguished leaders of our dear friend and neighboring countries, with your help and through diplomacy, we have made intense efforts to avoid war.
However, American-Zionist aggression has left us no choice but to defend ourselves.
We respect your sovereignty and believe that the security and stability of the region can only be achieved through the joint efforts of regional countries."