Iran Seeks a New U.S. Policy Based on Responsibility

In Tehran on Monday, President Ebrahim Raisi said the United States needs to rethink both its language and its overall approach to Iran. During a discussion with Pakistani Field Marshal Asim Munir, Raisi warned that the U.S. reliance on pressure and threats only complicates diplomatic processes. He called for Washington to act responsibly, respecting Iran’s legitimate rights and adhering to international law. Raisi expressed optimism that the goals of the peace memorandum signed on June 18 could still be realized through shared intent and cooperation. The memorandum had set a 60‑day window for concluding a final agreement, a deadline that ended on August 17. Following recent spikes in tension, the outlook for continued talks remains unclear. Later, Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Bagheri declared that Iran will not accept any settlement dictated by an “aggressive party.” He reaffirmed Tehran’s full commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and warned against yielding to what he described as excessive demands. Bagheri also dismissed U.S. claims that the Strait of Hormuz is open and that huge volumes of oil flow through it daily. He condemned the latest U.S. anti‑Iran economic measures, pledging that Iran will harness all multilateral resources to counter the sanctions, which he said harm free trade and national sovereignty. Bagheri warned that any nation aiding U.S. anti‑Iran actions could face consequences, labeling the U.S. naval blockade as an act of aggression.