By JAN YUMUL in Hong Kong and CUI HAIPEI in Dubai |
CHINA DAILY |
Iran said it has consistently honored its commitments, and all paths remain open to a diplomatic solution as the United States claimed it is in the "final stages" of securing a deal with Tehran, but the situation could also "escalate quickly".
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended his country's strategy amid the ongoing war — triggered by the US and Israel attacks on Feb 28 — saying Tehran has "explored every avenue to avert war".
"All paths remain open from our side. Forcing Iran to surrender through coercion is nothing but an illusion. Mutual respect in diplomacy is far wiser, safer, and more sustainable than war," said Pezeshkian.
