Iran's president apologises to neighbours and says they will not be targeted unless attacks come from them

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In a recorded address on state television, President Masoud Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring countries for Iranian attacks and said the interim leadership council had decided not to strike them unless attacks on Iran originated from their territory. He also said Iran would not surrender. Alerts and interceptions continued in Qatar, the UAE and Bahrain within hours, according to Al Jazeera and other outlets. Hardline lawmakers criticised the apology and Pezeshkian later described it as concern for people affected.

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1. Origin of the claim Al Jazeera Media · Government of Qatar origin: Pezeshkian address on Iranian state television, 7 Mar · published 2026-03-07 00:00 UTC
2. Origin of the claim Boston Globe Media · Unaffiliated origin: Pezeshkian address on Iranian state television, 7 Mar · published 2026-03-07 00:00 UTC
3. Origin of the claim The New Arab Media · Government of Qatar origin: Pezeshkian follow-up remarks, 8 Mar · published 2026-03-08 00:00 UTC

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