Tehran: Iran’s interim leadership council has approved a new directive ensuring that neighboring countries will no longer be targeted, unless hostilities are initiated from those countries, President Masoud Pezeshkian announced.
In a statement reported by Iranian media, President Pezeshkian emphasized that the decision marks a significant shift in the country’s regional policy. “Neighboring countries will no longer face attacks unless there is an offensive originating from their territory,” he said, highlighting a more restrained approach to Iran’s defense strategy.
The president also extended an apology to neighboring nations for the recent missile and drone strikes, acknowledging the disruptions and tensions caused in the past few days. “We regret the incidents that have affected our neighbors and are committed to preventing such actions unless provoked,” Pezeshkian added.
This announcement comes amid escalating tensions in the region, following a series of US and Israeli operations against Iran that triggered retaliatory strikes targeting multiple Gulf states. Analysts view the move as an effort by Iran’s temporary leadership to stabilize relations with neighboring countries while maintaining a defensive posture.
President Pezeshkian’s remarks signal a potential de-escalation in the region, offering a window for diplomatic engagement and reducing the risk of further cross-border confrontations.
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