Iranian President Pezeshkian brought a diplomatic tone to New York for UNGA. What did his remarks signal?

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, where he expressed a diplomatic tone and signaled openness to negotiations regarding the nuclear dispute. During his address, Pezeshkian emphasized that the decision to end the ongoing conflict in Iran lies with the United States, stating that Tehran does not wish to continue fighting. He articulated that it is up to the U.S. to choose whether to end the war, reinforcing Iran's position against further conflict (France24, The Hindu). In his speech, Pezeshkian took a strong stance against perceived aggression from the U.S. and Israel, accusing them of conducting illegal attacks on civilians. His remarks prompted the U.S. delegation to walk out of the session. He concluded his address with a direct message to President Trump, asserting, "Yes they did hit us, but we did not bend the knee," which underscored Iran's refusal to submit to U.S. pressure (Euronews, BBC). Pezeshkian's visit to New York also included indications of a willingness to negotiate over the nuclear issue, although the likelihood of a significant breakthrough concerning the war appears low (Deutsche Welle). His diplomatic approach contrasted with the aggressive rhetoric from the U.S., particularly following Trump's threats to "annihilate" Iran if a peace deal is not reached soon (BBC). Overall, Pezeshkian's statements reflect Iran's desire to avoid further conflict while placing the responsibility for resolution on the U.S., amidst heightened tensions and accusations of aggression (The Hindu, Euronews).