In a bold reaffirmation of Iran’s long-standing stance on nuclear armament, newly elected Iranian President, Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, has declared that the Islamic Republic has no intention of developing or deploying nuclear weapons, stating emphatically that such actions are against both Iran’s principles and national interest.
Speaking during a televised national address, President Pezeshkian reiterated Tehran’s commitment to peaceful nuclear technology, assuring both regional neighbours and the international community that Iran’s nuclear programme will remain within the framework of international law and non-proliferation treaties. The president, who assumed office amidst significant global interest in Iran’s foreign policy direction, stated that the country’s leadership has consistently upheld a doctrine of restraint concerning nuclear armament — a position rooted in both religious edicts and strategic calculations.
“We have no intention of pursuing nuclear weapons. This is not just a political position; it is a moral and ideological principle,” Pezeshkian stated, referencing the fatwa issued by Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, which forbids the development and use of nuclear arms. He also used the occasion to call for renewed dialogue and mutual respect in global diplomacy, stressing that Iran seeks constructive engagement rather than confrontation.
This declaration comes at a time when tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme have resurfaced in global discourse, particularly in Western capitals, following reports of increased uranium enrichment activities. However, Iranian officials insist that all enrichment efforts are strictly for civilian purposes, such as energy generation and medical research — rights permitted under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT), to which Iran is a signatory.
President Pezeshkian’s remarks are expected to resonate within the corridors of global diplomacy, particularly in light of the stalled negotiations to revive the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly referred to as the Iran nuclear deal, which was originally signed in 2015 but unravelled after the United States’ withdrawal in 2018 under then-President Donald Trump.
Observers say the president’s public commitment could help rebuild international trust, especially with European Union member states and members of the United Nations Security Council who have consistently urged Iran to be transparent and cooperative with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Iran maintains that it continues to allow IAEA oversight, despite political pressures and economic sanctions that have crippled its economy and strained its relations with the West.
Meanwhile, diplomatic watchers across the Middle East have taken keen interest in Pezeshkian’s tone, viewing it as a potential shift towards moderation and reconciliation. His administration has so far signalled openness to resetting foreign relations, focusing on economic recovery, regional stability, and reducing international isolation — a strategy analysts say could serve as a buffer against further escalation in the volatile region.
As global powers continue to weigh their next moves, the Iranian leader’s strong assurance that Tehran will not build a nuclear bomb could mark a significant turning point — or, at the very least, provide breathing room for diplomacy to regain momentum in a region long plagued by distrust and geopolitical friction.
