Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei declared that the nation will not negotiate under US pressure, asserting that Washington aims to impose its expectations. Khamenei emphasized that Iran will not accept new demands related to its defense capabilities or international influence.

The new U.S. administration is once again imposing a policy of maximum pressure on Iran. This comes at a time when the corrupt and incompetent regime in Tehran is facing the greatest challenges in its history. Iran is in crisis — economically, politically and socially — creating a unique opportunity for democratic change.

Flight data indicates that a U.S. Navy MQ-4C Triton reconnaissance drone spent 12 hours operating near Iran's southern border.