Iran President Apologises to Neighbours for Attacks, Defies US Demands to Surrender

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has apologised to neighbouring countries for recent missile and drone attacks carried out during the escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.

In a televised address, Pezeshkian expressed regret for strikes that targeted several Gulf nations, including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. He said Tehran had no intention of attacking regional countries and attributed some of the incidents to miscommunication within military ranks.

The Iranian leader announced that the country would suspend attacks on neighbouring states unless military action against Iran originated from their territory. The decision was reportedly approved by Iran’s temporary leadership council as part of efforts to prevent further escalation with regional governments.

Despite the conciliatory message to Gulf countries, Pezeshkian strongly rejected the United States’ demand for “unconditional surrender.” The demand was reiterated by US President Donald Trump amid ongoing US-Israeli military operations against Iranian targets.

“The idea that Iran will surrender unconditionally is a dream they should take to their grave,” Pezeshkian said, emphasizing that Iran would continue defending its sovereignty and national dignity.

The remarks came as the conflict entered its second week, with missile interceptions and drone attacks reported across the Gulf region. Several countries hosting US military bases have been on high alert after Iranian retaliatory strikes targeted facilities linked to American forces.

International leaders have called for urgent diplomatic efforts to prevent the confrontation from expanding into a broader regional war that could threaten global energy supplies and security in the Middle East.