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Iran's Pezeshkian criticizes US signals

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that 'Iranians do not submit to force' in a sharp rebuke of the United States.

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has publicly fired back at the United States, declaring that 'Iranians do not submit to force.' This statement, shared via a social media channel, is his latest public criticism of American policy and signals, which he has previously described as unconstructive and contradictory. The rebuke comes amid ongoing tensions and a U.S. naval blockade, with diplomatic negotiations between the two nations remaining fragile.
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20 Apr@Worldsource24

Pezeshkian explicitly stated that US signals 'seek Iran's surrender,' adding a new, sharper conclusion to his criticism.

20 AprDD Geopolitics

The incoming message provides the direct quote and phrasing from President Pezeshkian's statement, reinforcing the critical tone.

20 AprRerum Novarum // Intel, Breaking News, and Alerts 🇺🇸

No new facts added; this is a restatement of the President's position.

20 Apr@Osint613

Pezeshkian specifically stated that 'unconstructive & contradictory signals from American officials carry a bitter message; they seek Iran's surrender' and emphasized that 'Iranians do not accept such an approach.'

20 AprFrente Militar y Geopolítico

Pezeshkian's statement was shared with accompanying media.

20 AprFrente Militar y Geopolítico

Pezeshkian's statement now includes the specific phrase 'Iranians do not submit to force,' directly responding to American pressure.

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