Tehran won’t surrender to the U.S., Iranian President Pezeshkian says, as India's Modi urges dialogue and peace
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared at the UN that Tehran will never "bend the knee" or surrender to the US, following threats from President Donald Trump to "annihilate" Iran. While Pezeshkian maintains that Iran will not abandon dialogue or negotiations, he accused the US and Israel of targeting civilian infrastructure and livelihoods. Tehran is currently weighing a US response to its proposal to resurrect a collapsed ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though Pezeshkian claims the US targeted Iran three times after signing a June memorandum to end military operations.
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- ✓ President Masoud Pezeshkian stated at the UN that Tehran will never surrender or "bend the knee" to the US.
- ✓ Pezeshkian affirmed that Iran remains open to diplomacy and will not shy away from dialogue.
- ✓ President Donald Trump threatened to "annihilate" Iran at the UN.
- ✓ Pezeshkian claims the US targeted Iran three times after signing a June agreement to end military operations.
What changed
President Pezeshkian addressed the UN and BRICS summit, accusing the US of violating a June military agreement and targeting civilians.
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Pezeshkian Vows Iran Will Not Surrender Despite Openness to Dialogue
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared at the UN that Tehran will never "bend the knee" or surrender to the US, following threats from President Donald Trump to "annihilate" Iran. While Pezeshkian maintains that Iran will not abandon dialogue or negotiations, he accused the US and Israel of targeting civilian infrastructure and livelihoods. Tehran is currently weighing a US response to its proposal to resurrect a collapsed ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though Pezeshkian claims the US targeted Iran three times after signing a June memorandum to end military operations.
Why it matters
Tensions have escalated following the assassination of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which Pezeshkian labeled as terrorism. The conflict involves a failed seven-day roadmap for peace and a June agreement between Pezeshkian and Trump that committed both sides to refrain from using force. BRICS recently adopted a declaration urging maximum restraint during a summit in India.
What is confirmed
- President Masoud Pezeshkian stated at the UN that Tehran will never surrender or "bend the knee" to the US.
- Pezeshkian affirmed that Iran remains open to diplomacy and will not shy away from dialogue.
- President Donald Trump threatened to "annihilate" Iran at the UN.
- Pezeshkian claims the US targeted Iran three times after signing a June agreement to end military operations.
- The BRICS summit in India resulted in a declaration urging maximum restraint.
Still unconfirmed
- Pezeshkian says Tehran no longer trusts negotiations with the US.
What to watch next
- Iran's official reaction to the US response regarding the Strait of Hormuz and ceasefire proposal.
- Further military operations following the alleged violations of the June memorandum.
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (13)
- www.tbsnews.net — Tehran will never 'bend the knee', says Pezeshkian as Iran, US remain far apart in peace talks
- www.wionews.com — 'Iran won't surrender': Pezeshkian sends blunt message to US ...
- www.straitstimes.com — Iran's president says Tehran will not surrender in war with ...
- brusselsmorning.com — Iran Will Never Surrender, Pezeshkian Tells UN
- www.cbsnews.com — Iran's military says war will only end when U.S. admits defeat
- www.iranintl.com — Pezeshkian says Iran remains open to dialogue despite disputes with US
- www.jpost.com — Iran will 'never' shy away from dialogue with US, says Iranian President Pezeshkian
- www.wionews.com — 'We do not wish to continue. It's America that must choose ...
- www.thedailystar.net — Iran will ‘never bend the knee’ Says Pezeshkian at UN
- news.net — Pezeshkian says Iran no longer trusts US negotiations
- www.voiceofemirates.com — Pezeshkian Affirms Tehran's Commitment to Dialogue Despite US ...
- www.arabnews.com — Iran's president says commitment to dialogue amid US tensions
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Iran Rejects Surrender to U.S. as Trump Dismisses Hormuz Plan
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Tehran will not surrender to what he called an American bullying mentality, even as Iran proposed a seven-day roadmap to end the conflict by reviving a failed ceasefire and opening the Strait of Hormuz if regional hostilities halt. United States President Donald Trump rejected the seven-day plan, stating the proposal is not acceptable. The diplomatic friction persists while international actors urge dialogue and peace. The refusal from Washington leaves diplomatic pathways narrowed and military tensions high.
Why it matters
The rejection of the seven-day roadmap escalates the ongoing military standoff between Washington and Tehran. Previous warnings from Iranian officials highlighted fears of new American strikes and vowed unlimited retaliation, expanding the geographic scope of the war. International pressure mounts as leaders like India's Modi urge dialogue to bridge the deepening isolation between the two capitals.
What is confirmed
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused Trump of a bullying mentality and vowed no surrender.
- Tehran offered a seven-day roadmap seeking rapid implementation of a failed ceasefire deal and offering to open Hormuz if regional conflicts halted.
- U.S. President Trump rejected Iran's seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, calling the deal not acceptable.
What to watch next
- Official U.S. announcements regarding next military steps in the conflict
- Potential retaliatory measures from Tehran following the rejection of the roadmap
- Further international diplomatic intervention from leaders such as India's Modi
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- www.usatoday.com — Iran's president accuses Trump of 'bullying mentality,' vows no surrender
- www.aljazeera.com — Iran pitches seven-day roadmap to end conflict with US
- www.aljazeera.com — Iran war live: Tehran vows not to back down as Trump rejects Hormuz plan
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Iran Warns U.S. Against New Strikes as Trump Nears Decision
Tehran warns the United States against launching new military strikes, vowing unlimited retaliation and a wider geographic expansion of the ongoing war if fresh aggression occurs. Iranian officials state they received intelligence indicating American plans for another round of attacks. The warnings arrive as U.S. President Trump prepares to announce a decision on his next military steps in the conflict. Fighting also continues to rage in Yemen while international diplomatic efforts struggle to bridge deepening isolation between Washington and Tehran.
Why it matters
These threats follow regional diplomatic talks at the BRICS summit in India, where Iranian leadership rejected surrender while facing escalating pressure. The confrontation risks dragging additional nations into the conflict as Tehran threatens to deploy different weapons in new locations. President Trump holds the authority to escalate or de-escalate the campaign, making his impending decision a critical turning point for Middle Eastern stability.
What is confirmed
- Tehran warned the United States against a new round of strikes and promised retaliation without limitations.
- Iranian officials stated that any new aggression would trigger an expansion of the war's geography using different weapons in new places.
- U.S. President Trump is touting a looming decision on his next move in the war.
What to watch next
- An announcement from President Trump detailing the next U.S. military move
- Any indication of new U.S. strikes hitting Iranian targets
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- www.aljazeera.com — Iran war live: Tehran warns US against new strikes; fighting rages in Yemen
- www.cbsnews.com — Live Updates: Iran warns "geography of the war" would expand in response to any new U.S. assault
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Iran Defiant as Modi Pushes Peace at BRICS Summit
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared that Tehran will not surrender to the United States during the BRICS summit hosted by India. The gathering also served as a diplomatic venue for Iran and the United Arab Emirates to hold bilateral talks on easing tensions, signaling an interest in thawing relations and urging regional restraint. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu urged dialogue, diplomacy, and the protection of maritime navigation and seafarers. The UN hailed the Iran-UAE meeting and praised India as a potential bridge-builder amid deepening US-Iran isolation.
Why it matters
The BRICS summit provides a high-profile platform for emerging powers seeking alternatives to Western-led dominance, even as ongoing conflicts divide the bloc. Iran faces severe diplomatic isolation compounded by US actions, leading Tehran to leverage multilateral summits to build ties and address regional flashpoints like the Hormuz standoff. India has positioned itself as a diplomatic intermediary, encouraging peaceful conflict resolution between adversarial neighbors.
What is confirmed
- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran will not surrender to the United States.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stressed the need to protect navigation and seafarers in talks with Iran's president.
- Iran and the United Arab Emirates held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the BRICS summit to discuss easing tensions.
- India's President Droupadi Murmu met with Iran's Pezeshkian and emphasized that conflicts must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
What to watch next
- Further bilateral agreements or joint statements between Iran and the UAE following their talks in Delhi
- Additional diplomatic fallout or statements from the United States regarding Iran's participation at the BRICS summit
- Concrete security commitments from BRICS nations regarding maritime navigation and seafarer protection in the Persian Gulf
confidence 100%Sources used for this update (17)
- The New York Times — Emerging Powers Seek an Alternative to the West, but War Divides Them
- CNBC — Tehran won’t surrender to the U.S., Iranian President Pezeshkian says, as India's Modi urges dialogue and peace
- reuters.com — India's Modi stresses need to protect navigation, seafarers in talks with Iran's Pezeshkian
- Bloomberg.com — Iran Turns to BRICS Summit as US War Deepens Its Isolation
- The Times of India — Russia & Iran hit out at US 'aggression', pose a challenge for summit host India
- NDTV — PM Meets Iran's Pezeshkian, Reiterates Need For Dialogue, Open Sea Routes
- The Hindu — BRICS Summit 2026 updates on Sept.11: PM Modi stresses need to protect navigation, seafarers in talks with Iran's Pezeshkian
- South China Morning Post — Iranian president, Abu Dhabi crown prince meet on margins of India Brics summit
- Haaretz — Live Updates IDF Says Troops Fired at Palestinian Near Jenin During Clash
- The Times of India — UN hails Iran-UAE meeting on sidelines of Brics Summit, says India can be 'bridge-builder'
- NDTV — India Plays Peacemaker As Iran, UAE Hold Bilateral Talks On BRICS Sidelines
- The Hindu — Conflicts be resolved through dialogue, diplomacy: President Murmu in meeting with Iran's Pezeshkian
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