During his meeting with Portuguese Ambassador Waltier Matias, the president criticized what he described as misleading representations of Iran and its people in Western media.
“Many of the things published about Iran and our nation in Western media do not correspond to reality,” he said.
Pezeshkian also condemned state terrorism and the targeting of scientists, schoolchildren and political leaders in the region by the United States and the Israeli regime.
“Those responsible for these actions claim to be fighting terrorism while committing such crimes. This is one of the bitter realities of today's world that we are facing,” he stated.
The president emphasized that Iran seeks peace, stability and a constructive role in regional and international affairs, but will not yield to pressure or coercion.
“We will not yield to force, and we will defend our rights within the framework of international laws and regulations. No country can impose any demands on the Iranian nation outside this framework,” Pezeshkian said.
He added that establishing relations among countries on the basis of rights, justice and fairness would help prevent wars.
In his meeting with Swiss Ambassador Georg Steiner, Pezeshkian praised Switzerland's positions on international issues, particularly humanitarian affairs and its support for global peace.
“Switzerland's positions in these areas are worthy of respect, and we hope that, by making use of the existing capacities, the ground will be prepared for expanding relations and joint cooperation between the two countries in all fields,” he said.
Pezeshkian also expressed hope that the Swiss ambassador would gain a deeper understanding of Iranian society during his diplomatic mission, including the country's rich history, culture and civilization.
He said Steiner could contribute to presenting a more accurate picture of Iran and conveying the realities of the country in international forums, while helping counter false propaganda and unrealistic portrayals.
During his meeting with Turkish Ambassador Ahmed Aydin Dogan, the president highlighted the longstanding friendship and historical ties between Iran and Türkiye.
“Iran and Türkiye have close and brotherly relations, which are fortunately expanding day by day. The Islamic Republic of Iran's approach toward Türkiye and other neighboring countries is based on brotherhood and mutual respect,” he said.
He noted that the two countries share extensive cultural, religious and even ethnic ties.
Addressing regional developments, Pezeshkian accused the Israeli regime of pursuing its objectives through crimes and genocide and attempting to sow division among Islamic countries.
“Today, the Israeli regime is pursuing its objectives by committing crimes and genocide and seeking to create division and rifts among Islamic countries. Its objectives are not directed at just one country but encompass all Islamic countries,” he said.
The president added that the regime continues its actions without fear, relying on support from the United States and certain European countries, while the international community has largely remained a spectator to its crimes.
Referring to the military aggression against Iran, Pezeshkian said the aggressors had initially assumed that they could bring down the Islamic Republic through war and military action, but had failed to achieve their objective.
“Now they are seeking to put the Iranian nation under pressure through economic measures. However, the Islamic Republic of Iran possesses considerable capacities and capabilities, and such pressures cannot break the will of the Iranian nation,” he stated.
Reiterating his remarks at a four-way meeting of regional security officials, Pezeshkian underscored the importance of greater convergence and cooperation among Islamic countries.
“If the countries of the region stand alongside one another with understanding, unity and cohesion and help each other secure their common security and interests, the Israeli regime will not be able to achieve its objectives and intentions in the region,” he said.
In a separate meeting with Nigerian Ambassador Hamza Mohammad Slao, the president expressed hope for the expansion of relations between Tehran and Abuja.
“The Islamic Republic of Iran is ready to make use of all available capacities to develop relations with Nigeria and welcomes any initiative or effort in this direction,” Pezeshkian said.
He further emphasized that countries genuinely seeking peace, stability and calm in the region must revise their approach toward other nations.
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