Arabic version: رئيس إيران يرفض مزاعم الحرب، ويلقي اللوم على الولايات المتحدة وإسرائيل

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian says his country is not seeking war with its neighbours, blaming the US and Israel for creating problems.

According to Al Jazeera, Pezeshkian’s remarks come in the context of rising tensions, particularly regarding Iran’s military actions toward Gulf states, which he claims are hosting US military bases.

The Iranian government has justified its military responses by highlighting the presence of these foreign bases as a threat. Pezeshkian’s comments reflect a broader narrative from Iran, which seeks to position itself as a victim of external aggression rather than an instigator of conflict.

This statement is part of ongoing efforts by Iranian leadership to reassure both domestic and international audiences that the nation is focused on maintaining peace in the region, despite the complex geopolitical landscape.