Summary of "Tucker Carlson Interviews President of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian"
In the interview with Tucker Carlson, Masoud Pezeshkian, President of Iran, discusses the current state of tensions between Iran and the United States, emphasizing that Iran did not initiate the conflict and desires peace and national unity. He rejects accusations that Iran is pursuing nuclear weapons, citing a religious fatwa by Iran’s Supreme Leader that forbids such development and highlighting Iran’s previous cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Pezeshkian attributes the breakdown of diplomacy to Israeli interference, specifically accusing Netanyahu of sabotaging ongoing US-Iran talks by attacking Iranian nuclear facilities, which also damaged Iran’s ability to allow international inspections.
Pezeshkian expresses willingness to resume negotiations with the US under conditions that ensure no Israeli attacks will occur during talks. He condemns Israeli actions in the region, including assassinations of Iranian scientists and civilians, labeling these as war crimes and acts that have only strengthened Iranian unity and resolve. He denies any Iranian involvement in terrorism or violent acts in the US, dismissing claims of sleeper cells as Israeli propaganda aimed at dragging the US into unnecessary wars.
Regarding hostile rhetoric like “death to America,” Pezeshkian clarifies that such slogans target US policies and actions rather than American people. He refutes allegations that Iran has issued fatwas against former US President Donald Trump or has backed assassination attempts on him, attributing such claims to Israeli misinformation.
Pezeshkian also addresses historical Iran-Israel relations, noting that any past ties ended due to Israel’s aggressive actions in Palestine and Gaza, which he describes as genocidal and unacceptable. He envisions a future where US sanctions are lifted, and American companies invest in Iran, but stresses that Israel opposes peace in the region.
On the possibility of broader conflict, Pezeshkian states that Iran relies on its own strength and divine support to defend itself and does not seek war or nuclear weapons. He warns that further conflict would destabilize the Middle East and urges the US president to choose peace by restraining Israel’s war-mongering policies.
The interview concludes with Pezeshkian expressing hope for peace and tranquility for the people of Iran, the US, and the wider world.
Presenters/Contributors:
- Tucker Carlson (Interviewer)
- Masoud Pezeshkian (President of Iran)
Category
News and Commentary
