Iran’s president says Tehran ‘never sought and will never seek’ nuclear weapons as sanctions loom over nuclear program

By The Associated Press

Posted Sep 24, 2025 11:09:38 AM.

Last Updated Sep 24, 2025 11:15:08 AM.

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — Iran’s president says Tehran ‘never sought and will never seek’ nuclear weapons as sanctions loom over nuclear program.

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