Iran president says government followed supreme leader on talks

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President Masoud Pezeshkian said the government fully followed guidance from Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei by moving ahead with negotiations after the Supreme National Security Council vote, in which 12 of 13 members supported the proposal and met the leader’s three‑quarters condition. He presented the council outcome as evidence of national unity during recent challenges, said officials must implement legally reached decisions, and emphasized maintaining economic activity, strengthening strategic reserves and infrastructure domestically. The government also reaffirmed its commitment to defend the Islamic Republic, uphold 1979 revolution ideals, and expand cooperation with neighboring and Islamic countries to support regional stability.

Government proceeded with negotiations after 12 of 13 council members supported them