Key Facts
• June 19, 2025: Iran’s Ambassador to Japan gave an interview in Tokyo.
• Ambassador Seyadat emphasized Iran’s nuclear development is solely for peaceful purposes.
• He stated Iran’s right to peaceful nuclear development under the NPT agreement.
• Iran will not abandon its right to nuclear development under any circumstances.
• U.S. pressure, including Trump’s ‘Unconditional Surrender!’ post, was addressed.
• Seyadat rejected surrender, citing Iran’s right to self-defense against aggression.
• He expressed Iran’s preference for diplomacy to prevent further conflict escalation.
Summary
Iran’s Ambassador to Japan, Seyadat, reiterated on June 19, 2025, that Iran’s nuclear development is strictly for peaceful purposes and will continue under its rights as an NPT member. He firmly stated that Iran will not relinquish this right, regardless of external pressures. Addressing heightened U.S. pressure, including a social media post by former President Trump, Seyadat rejected the notion of surrender and emphasized Iran’s right to self-defense. While opposing conflict escalation, he expressed willingness to engage in diplomatic efforts to halt aggression. The ambassador’s remarks underline Iran’s stance on maintaining its nuclear program while advocating for peaceful resolutions.
