IRAN DEFENDS NUCLEAR RIGHTS, SIGNALS OPENNESS TO TALKS

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told the UN that Tehran rejects nuclear weapons but will not surrender its right to peaceful nuclear technology.

On Hormuz, he said Iran cannot allow others to benefit from the waterway while using it against Tehran.

Despite criticizing the U.S. and Israel, Pezeshkian said Iran remains ready for dialogue and diplomacy, but not under force or threats.