Iran urges end to US conflict from a position of strength amid sanctions

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged ending the war with the United States from a “position of strength,” defending the June interim agreement and saying Tehran has made no concessions while Washington bears obligations. The stance comes as US pressure intensifies and Iran faces rising living costs, stalled oil exports and dwindling foreign reserves, fueling internal debate over how much economic pain Tehran can endure before a final settlement is reached.