Iran's President Pageishkian States Missile Program Not Part of MOU

Summary

Iran's President Masoud Pageishkian affirmed that Iran's missile program is not part of the US-Iran MOU and emphasized its importance for national security during his visit to Pakistan.

Key Points
  • Iran's missile program is not part of the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and never will be, according to President Masoud Pageishkian.
  • Pageishkian stated that the missile program is essential for Iran's national security to defend against potential threats from Israel and the US.
  • The US-Iran MOU includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing some financial sanctions, and advancing nuclear program talks, but does not restrict Iran's missile or defense capabilities.
  • US President Donald Trump shifted his position, focusing concerns on Iran's nuclear program rather than its missile program during recent diplomatic discussions.
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