Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, Qalibaf:

In these days, when the flames of war are flaring up again, questions are being raised among the public and different groups, and everyone answers them according to their own viewpoint.

Are we looking for war? Will war and the shadow of war come to an end? Can we achieve our goals through negotiations? What good is there in negotiations with the U.S., which is deceitful?

We have never accepted war, and we do not accept it now either, but we must always be ready for battle and stand firm to protect national security and our interests.

We must also use diplomacy and negotiations to achieve and secure our national interests.