Tehran: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Saturday that Tehran will not engage in talks under pressure, threats, or a blockade, as revealed in a statement by the Iranian presidency. Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of ending hostile measures and securing guarantees against their recurrence to rebuild trust.

According to Anadolu Agency, during a phone conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, President Pezeshkian highlighted that reaching common ground and establishing a conducive environment for effective dialogue are crucial for any progress. He expressed concerns that past negotiations have only served to deepen public distrust in Iran, asserting that discussions of dialogue, accompanied by sanctions, pressure, and blockades, erode confidence between the involved parties.

Pezeshkian underscored that halting hostile policies and ensuring they are not repeated are vital prerequisites for resolving disputes. He further noted that an increased military presence exacerbates the situation, undermining the atmosphere required for fruitful dialogue.

These remarks were made amidst Pakistan's ongoing efforts to reignite stalled talks between Iran and the United States, following weeks of regional tensions. The initial round of talks, held in Islamabad two weeks ago, failed to yield an agreement aimed at ending the conflict that began on February 28 and subsequently spread across the Middle East.

The dialogue attempts followed a two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan on April 8, which was later extended by US President Donald Trump.