Iranian President: "U.S. Is Attempting Another Betrayal... Sincerity in Doubt"

45-Minute Phone Conversation with Pakistan's Mediator Prime Minister

Local media have reported that Masoud Pezeshkian, President of Iran, expressed distrust toward the United States in a conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who is mediating peace negotiations between the United States and Iran.

Masoud Pezeshkian, President of Iran, is inspecting the naval equipment of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on February 13 (local time). Photo by Reuters Yonhap News

According to Iran's state-run IRNA news agency and WANA news agency on April 19 (local time), President Pezeshkian criticized the United States during a 45-minute phone call with Prime Minister Sharif that day, stating that the United States continues to break its promises and is engaging in "coercive and irrational behavior." He pointed out that such behavior has persisted throughout both the negotiation process and the ceasefire period.

Referring to the recent maritime blockade of Iran-linked vessels in the Strait of Hormuz by the United States, he argued, "These actions and the threatening remarks by U.S. officials further deepen doubts about the sincerity of the United States." He claimed that this constitutes a violation of the ceasefire agreement as well as the principles of the United Nations Charter.

He further pointed out that such actions and the belligerent rhetoric from U.S. officials do not advance diplomacy, but rather heighten mistrust in Washington's sincerity. He emphasized, "It has become clearer than ever that the United States is following the same path as before and is attempting to betray diplomacy."

The media also reported that President Pezeshkian reaffirmed Iran's firm determination to defend its sovereignty and national interests against the new adventurism of the United States and the Israeli regime. He also emphasized Iran's commitment to strengthening relationships with neighboring Gulf countries.

Additionally, President Pezeshkian expressed his gratitude for Pakistan's efforts to establish peace. In particular, he thanked Prime Minister Sharif and Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff of Pakistan, for their contributions to easing tensions and supporting the ceasefire. Chief of Army Staff Munir, considered the most influential figure in Pakistan, has played a key role in the mediation process, meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and others.

On the same day, Prime Minister Sharif issued a separate statement on X (formerly Twitter), stating, "I had a warm and constructive conversation with President Pezeshkian about changes in the regional situation." He added, "I assured the President that Pakistan, based on the support of its friends and partner countries, will faithfully fulfill its role as a sincere mediator for lasting peace and regional stability."

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