Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared Tehran will not engage in negotiations concerning its defense capabilities. He asserted that Iran’s missile program has been crucial in deterring attacks and preventing a situation similar to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The statement comes amid ongoing international pressure regarding Iran’s ballistic missile development. Pezeshkian framed Iran’s defensive arsenal as essential for national security and regional stability. He did not specify which parties might be seeking such negotiations, but the remark signals a firm stance against any limitations on Iran’s military strength. This position reflects a long-held Iranian policy of self-reliance in defense matters. The President’s comments were made during a public address in Tehran, as reported by the state news agency IRNA.