Iranian President Afsar Pazkhian stated on November 7th, 2025, that Iran will not relinquish its nuclear program or its "defensive" missile program. The announcement was made during the reporting window between 10:45 AM and 12:15 PM UTC. President Pazkhian's remarks, as reported by Asef Rosenzweig of "News from the Big World," indicate a firm stance on these key strategic areas for Iran. This development occurs amidst ongoing regional discussions regarding a potential ceasefire, following recent talks involving Egyptian intelligence chief Hassan Rashad with Lebanese and Israeli officials. Previous reports from November 7th indicated that Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam had announced progress on his government's plan to collect weapons south of the Litani River, a move aimed at disengaging Lebanon from Iran and restoring relations with Arab nations. The previous reports also suggested Israeli officials believed future negotiations would not involve Hezbollah, Iran, Yemen, or Iraq, implying preparations for further conflict.
