Iran President Apologises to Neighbours, Halts Attacks Unless Provoked Amid Conflict

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring countries for recent missile and drone attacks amid escalating conflict following US-Israel strikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader. He announced that Iran's interim leadership council has approved halting attacks on neighbouring states unless they launch aggression from their territory. While expressing regret for the regional impact, Pezeshkian rejected US demands for unconditional surrender, affirming Iran's resolve to defend itself and warning adversaries against expecting capitulation.