Iran President Pezeshkian says America's demand from Iran is impossible and unattainable, Fars reports

This statement from Iran's President underscores escalating tensions between the U.S.

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Israel conveyed a message to Washington that the security and military leadership wants to resume attacks on Iran, Al Jazeera reports citing Israeli Broadcasting sources; Israel believes that negotiations with Iran are a waste of time

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Iran President Pezeshkian says they are ready to resolve disputes with Islamic countries in the region and Iran considers the government and nation of Iraq to be more than just a neighbour, it is its brother, Tasnim reports

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Iran President Pezeshkian says America's demand from Iran is impossible and unattainable, Fars reports

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Israeli Air Force Commander says we are prepared to use the "entire air force" against Iran if necessary.

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Problem is that on one hand, America pursues a maximum pressure policy against our country, and on the other hand, expects Iran to come to the negotiating table and ultimately surrender to America's unilateral demands; whereas such an equation is impossible and unattainable.
Iran has been attacked on two occasions during the negotiations, and this time, while the dialogue is in progress, we are again witnessing military campaigns and threats.

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and Iran, particularly around negotiations and military actions. It likely signals that the chances for a diplomatic resolution are diminishing, which could impact energy markets, particularly WTI, given Iran's position in global oil supply dynamics.

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