‘Misinterpreted by enemy’: Iran president clarifies remarks on Gulf attacks after Trump’s ‘surrender’ claim

Iran’s president Masoud Pezeshkian clarified his remarks on regional attacks, stating they were misinterpreted by “the enemy” seeking division. He emphasized good neighborly relations but acknowledged retaliation is necessary. This clarification followed an apology to Gulf nations affected by strikes, which drew domestic criticism and prompted US president Trump to claim Iran showed weakness.