Pezeshkian says Tehran must escape state of ‘neither war nor peace’ as US preps fresh sanctions; new Iran security chief threatens Gulf oil routes, while Pakistan pushes mediation

Iran's president calls for an end to conflict as US sanctions loom. Pezeshkian out by December 31 at 12.5% YES.

Masoud Pezeshkian says Iran should end its war with the US from a position of strength as sanctions rise, Hormuz remains tense and global opinion turns on Washington.

Pezeshkian conceded the “severe” economic impact the war has had on Iran and rebuked colleagues who stand against a peace deal.

Pakistan seeks to revive diplomacy between Tehran and Washington