Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that Tehran’s ballistic missile program will remain off the table in any negotiations with the United States, according to FX Street. This firm stance signals ongoing challenges in diplomatic efforts between the two countries.
The announcement came on Tuesday, highlighting Iran’s intent to maintain its missile capabilities independent of diplomatic discussions. The development could influence the broader geopolitical landscape and impact negotiations on other security issues.
For Japanese investors and markets, this statement underscores continued geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East, which can affect global energy prices and risk sentiment in FX and equities markets.