Pezeshkian Breaks Silence, Rejects Resignation Claims Amid Iran-US Tensions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has firmly dismissed reports suggesting he submitted his resignation during the ongoing crisis involving Iran and the United States.
Speaking in a televised address on Tuesday, Pezeshkian said he had no intention of stepping down and would continue leading the country through the challenges ahead. “If I were going to resign, I would announce it publicly. I will not resign, and I will continue the struggle,” he declared.
The Iranian leader also rejected claims of internal divisions within the country’s leadership. Addressing rumors of disagreements with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and the military establishment, Pezeshkian insisted that all key institutions were working together in unity. He emphasized that there was complete harmony between the government, the armed forces, and the Supreme Leader.
Speculation about Pezeshkian’s future intensified after opposition media outlets claimed he had repeatedly offered his resignation to Khamenei. However, the president’s latest remarks appear aimed at shutting down those reports and reassuring the public that his administration remains firmly in control despite mounting political and military pressures.
Iran has been embroiled in conflict with the United States since February, when Washington and Israel launched a joint military offensive against Tehran. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks targeting Gulf nations hosting American military assets, significantly escalating tensions across the region.
Although both sides agreed to a ceasefire in April and later signed a Pakistan-mediated memorandum in June to pursue lasting peace, the agreement collapsed last month. Renewed attacks followed for nearly two weeks before US President Donald Trump reportedly halted further bombardments amid fresh diplomatic efforts. Pezeshkian’s statement comes as negotiations continue behind the scenes, with hopes of preventing another major escalation in the region.