[82350] Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: The decision on war or negotiations is in the hands of the Supreme Leader

Iranian President: "The decision on war or negotiations is in the hands of the Supreme Leader"

During a period of rising regional tensions, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the hubs of decision-making in Tehran today. According to reports published on several Telegram news channels, Pezeshkian emphasized that "the decision regarding war or negotiations lies with the Supreme Leader and the Supreme National Security Council, and everyone must obey it."

The remarks echoed across several reporting platforms on June 14, 2026. News from the Field on Telegram (which takes a critical stance toward Iran and Hamas) reported on this statement, highlighting the President's subordination to the religious-security leadership.

Additional reports came from journalist Barak Betesh and in cooperation with Inon Shalom Yettach - Army and Security, which echoed the message emphasizing the hierarchy of power within the Islamic Republic. The channel 🔅 Political Arena ‼️ also published an identical version of the remarks, highlighting the required obedience of government echelons in the country to the decisions of the Supreme National Security Council and the Supreme Leader.