Iranian Lawmaker: Iran Has "Never Left the Negotiating Table"

Odaily News: According to Iranian sources on the 19th, a member of the Iranian parliament stated in an interview that Iran has never initiated war and has never left the negotiating table. The lawmaker also stated that negotiations should be based on respect and the recognition of the legitimate rights of the Iranian people. He said he does not want the country to enter a state of war, as war would cause damage to infrastructure and the people; however, if war and confrontation occur, Iran has the capability to respond with equal or even greater force. (CCTV)