Ghalibaf: Iran must ‘fight and negotiate’ as war with US drags on

Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has stated that Tehran must continue to "fight and negotiate" in its ongoing war with the United States, as the conflict has persisted for nearly seven months. In a parliamentary address, Ghalibaf emphasized that Iran would employ its military capabilities to "push the enemy back and deal them devastating blows" at critical moments, but would also utilize diplomacy when it holds the upper hand on the battlefield.

Ghalibaf also indicated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the US fulfills its commitments, stating that Iran's negotiating position is "entirely clear, rational, and non-negotiable." These remarks follow reports that Pakistan and Qatar mediators have been briefed on Iran's seven conditions that must be met before talks with Washington can commence.

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