Iran not seeking a wider war, president says
- Middle East
- Reuters
- Published Date: 12:10 PM 04 August 2026
- Updated Date: 12:28 PM 04 August 2026
Iran defends its borders but does not seek an expansion of war, President Masoud Pezeshkian said on Tuesday, according to state media.
While U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday that talks with Iran were underway, Tehran has denied that any negotiations were planned.
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