Amid reports indicating that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has submitted his resignation from the post to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, a social media post by him has sparked intense rumours about cracks in the Iranian government. On Sunday, the Iranian president shared a cryptic message on his official X account, in which he wrote that hardships can end “through public awareness and cooperation.” He also wrote that it is important for people to know the “existing realities."&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-claims-to-down-us-mq-1-drone-that-entered-iranian-territory-what-are-its-features-and-how-powerful-is-it-wion-decodes-1780194125610">Iran claims to down US MQ-1 drone that 'entered Iranian territory'</a>&nbsp;Pezeshkian wrote, “Confronting major challenges without enduring hardships is impossible. Crossing this rugged and winding path is only possible through public awareness and cooperation. We must explain the existing realities to the people so that all segments of society participate in solving problems. This shared pain will never be healed separately.” &nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260601/image-1780293736451.png"></figure>&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-must-explain-iran-president-masoud-pezeshkian-resigns-citing-irgc-control-what-s-the-truth-1780273497991">'We must explain...': Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian resigns citing IRGC control? What's the truth</a><h2>Did Pezeshkian submit his resignation?</h2>A report by Iran International quoted a source on Sunday (May 31) saying that Pezeshkian has sent resignation letter to country's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The report calimed that the reason for Pezeshkian's resignation was the overarching power of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). However, Presidential Office Deputy Head of Communications Mehdi Tabatabaei dismissed it as false in a post on X. There has been no reaction from Pezeshkian or any other senior leader about the same. The report surfaced hours after Pezeshkian 's cryptic post on X. Director of Government Information Council Elias Hazrati also posted on X saying that Pezeshkian is “fully engaged with all his might in pursuing the affairs of the country and serving the people.” He slammed foreign media outlets and networks aligned with them for spreading rumour that has “no relation to reality.” “These reports are more intent on sowing despair, discord, and division in national unity than on providing information—though they will, of course, fail in their efforts. The dream of fracturing this nation's unity and severing the bond between government and people will, just as in the past, remain unfulfilled,” he wrote in the X post.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-refuses-to-give-up-uranium-as-nuclear-talks-hit-breaking-point-1780240584298/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-refuses-to-give-up-uranium-as-nuclear-talks-hit-breaking-point-1780240584298/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rumours that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian resigned over growing IRGC influence spread after a cryptic social media post. However, Iranian officials swiftly denied the reports, calling them false and politically motivated, as Tehran continues negotiations with the US amid regional tensions.

Amid reports indicating that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has submitted his resignation from the post to Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, a social media post by him has sparked intense rumours about cracks in the Iranian government. On Sunday, the Iranian president shared a cryptic message on his official X account, in which he wrote that hardships can end “through public awareness and cooperation.” He also wrote that it is important for people to know the “existing realities." Also Read: Iran claims to down US MQ-1 drone that 'entered Iranian territory' Pezeshkian wrote, “Confronting major challenges without enduring hardships is impossible. Crossing this rugged and winding path is only possible through public awareness and cooperation. We must explain the existing realities to the people so that all segments of society participate in solving problems. This shared pain will never be healed separately.” Also Read: 'We must explain...': Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian resigns citing IRGC control? What's the truth Did Pezeshkian submit his resignation? A report by Iran International quoted a source on Sunday (May 31) saying that Pezeshkian has sent resignation letter to country's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The report calimed that the reason for Pezeshkian's resignation was the overarching power of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). However, Presidential Office Deputy Head of Communications Mehdi Tabatabaei dismissed it as false in a post on X. There has been no reaction from Pezeshkian or any other senior leader about the same. The report surfaced hours after Pezeshkian 's cryptic post on X. Director of Government Information Council Elias Hazrati also posted on X saying that Pezeshkian is “fully engaged with all his might in pursuing the affairs of the country and serving the people.” He slammed foreign media outlets and networks aligned with them for spreading rumour that has “no relation to reality.” “These reports are more intent on sowing despair, discord, and division in national unity than on providing information—though they will, of course, fail in their efforts. The dream of fracturing this nation's unity and severing the bond between government and people will, just as in the past, remain unfulfilled,” he wrote in the X post. https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-refuses-to-give-up-uranium-as-nuclear-talks-hit-breaking-point-1780240584298/embed Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Pezeshkian resigned over growing IRGC influence spread after a cryptic social media post. However, Iranian officials swiftly denied the reports, calling them false and politically motivated, as Tehran continues negotiations with the US amid regional tensions.

'This shared pain...': Pezeshkian's cryptic post sparks rumours amid reports of resignation

President Masoud Pezeshkian said any attempt by Iran's enemies to impose their will on it, or force it to surrender, “will fail”. US President Donald Trump, meanwhile, will reportedly keep all options on the table if Iran does not abandon its nuclear ambitions and conclude a deal. This is a sign that both sides are likely to harden their stances ahead of a possible second round of peace talks. The talks are possible as soon as this week, most likely in Islamabad, just days after the collapse of the first round of marathon negotiations in the Pakistani capital. The US is now enforcing a naval blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz as leverage.<h2>Open to talks, says Iran, but stands firm on core positions</h2>President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran is not seeking war and remains open to talks, but added that any attempt by its enemies to impose their will or force it to surrender will fail. Earlier, in a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, Pezeshkian had said that Iran “will not surrender to bullies”.Iran has accused the US of making excessive demands that prevented agreement in the Islamabad talks this past weekend. Any future dialogue must respect “international law” and Iran’s rights, said Pezeshkian.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pezeshkian-warns-macron-of-broad-consequences-if-hormuz-is-threatened-says-iran-open-to-negotiations-but-1776133943246">Pezeshkian warns Macron of 'broad consequences' if Hormuz is threatened, says Iran open to negotiations but...</a><h2>Iran pegs war cost at $270 billion, seeks compensation</h2>Iran has estimated its war losses, mainly from the US and Israeli strikes, at around $270 billion, for which it would seek compensation. Pezeshkian separately noted that the US “struggles to come to terms with Iran’s power”.In short, Iran is leaving the door open to talks, but rejecting any outcome that looks like capitulation on the nuclear issue or other “red lines”.It is using the Hormuz blockade and war damage claims to portray itself as the aggrieved party, unwilling to yield under pressure.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/imf-warns-of-potential-global-recession-if-iran-war-worsens-1776240894385/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/imf-warns-of-potential-global-recession-if-iran-war-worsens-1776240894385/embed</a><h2>Trump and his team keep “all options on the table”</h2>Multiple US media outlets, citing officials and the White House, said the Trump administration is keeping all options on the table if Iran does not fully abandon its nuclear ambitions and conclude a deal with the US. Nuclear disarmament, or a very long-term moratorium on enrichment, is being mooted as the central, non-negotiable sticking point from the recent talks.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-we-are-going-to-make-them-thrive-trump-wants-big-bargain-in-deal-with-iran-says-vance-what-is-it-1776223402813">'We are going to make them thrive': Trump wants 'big bargain' in deal with Iran — What is it</a>&nbsp;Trump and his officials have made it clear there will be no deal without Iran’s nuclear programme being dismantled or severely curtailed. The US has already rejected shorter Iranian offers, such as 3–5 years of limits on its nuclear programme, versus the US push for 20 years or more.This is part of the 'maximum pressure' tactics of the US.&nbsp;Both nations are projecting strength domestically and to their respective audiences: Pezeshkian by refusing “surrender”, Trump by combining talk of quick diplomacy with unwavering red lines.This is posturing for the second round. Any breakthrough at peace talks will be dependent on which side blinks first on the core issues of the Iranian nuclear programme and the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos. &nbsp;

Iran and the US are hardening positions ahead of possible second round of peace talks. Tehran is rejecting surrender and Washington is keeping all options open

President Masoud Pezeshkian said any attempt by Iran's enemies to impose their will on it, or force it to surrender, “will fail”. US President Donald Trump, meanwhile, will reportedly keep all options on the table if Iran does not abandon its nuclear ambitions and conclude a deal. This is a sign that both sides are likely to harden their stances ahead of a possible second round of peace talks. The talks are possible as soon as this week, most likely in Islamabad, just days after the collapse of the first round of marathon negotiations in the Pakistani capital. The US is now enforcing a naval blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz as leverage. Open to talks, says Iran, but stands firm on core positions President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran is not seeking war and remains open to talks, but added that any attempt by its enemies to impose their will or force it to surrender will fail. Earlier, in a phone call with French President Emmanuel Macron, Pezeshkian had said that Iran “will not surrender to bullies”. Iran has accused the US of making excessive demands that prevented agreement in the Islamabad talks this past weekend. Any future dialogue must respect “international law” and Iran’s rights, said Pezeshkian. Also read: Pezeshkian warns Macron of 'broad consequences' if Hormuz is threatened, says Iran open to negotiations but... Iran pegs war cost at $270 billion, seeks compensation Iran has estimated its war losses, mainly from the US and Israeli strikes, at around $270 billion, for which it would seek compensation. Pezeshkian separately noted that the US “struggles to come to terms with Iran’s power”. In short, Iran is leaving the door open to talks, but rejecting any outcome that looks like capitulation on the nuclear issue or other “red lines”. It is using the Hormuz blockade and war damage claims to portray itself as the aggrieved party, unwilling to yield under pressure. https://www.wionews.com/videos/imf-warns-of-potential-global-recession-if-iran-war-worsens-1776240894385/embed Trump and his team keep “all options on the table” Multiple US media outlets, citing officials and the White House, said the Trump administration is keeping all options on the table if Iran does not fully abandon its nuclear ambitions and conclude a deal with the US. Nuclear disarmament, or a very long-term moratorium on enrichment, is being mooted as the central, non-negotiable sticking point from the recent talks. Also read: 'We are going to make them thrive': Trump wants 'big bargain' in deal with Iran — What is it Trump and his officials have made it clear there will be no deal without Iran’s nuclear programme being dismantled or severely curtailed. The US has already rejected shorter Iranian offers, such as 3–5 years of limits on its nuclear programme, versus the US push for 20 years or more. This is part of the 'maximum pressure' tactics of the US. Both nations are projecting strength domestically and to their respective audiences: Pezeshkian by refusing “surrender”, Trump by combining talk of quick diplomacy with unwavering red lines. This is posturing for the second round. Any breakthrough at peace talks will be dependent on which side blinks first on the core issues of the Iranian nuclear programme and the disruption of the Strait of Hormuz. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Iran and the US are hardening positions ahead of possible second round of peace talks. Tehran is rejecting surrender and Washington is keeping all options open

'All options on table' to 'will fail': Iran, US harden stance amid possible second round of peace talks

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