Iranian President’s Apology to Neighboring Gulf States Showcases Leadership Rifts
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by Leily Nikounazar and Aaron BoxermanMarch 7, 2026
Masoud Pezeshkian, the Iranian president, apologized for Iranian strikes on Gulf states before backtracking after criticism from other Iranian leaders. Despite his remarks, Iran has continued its attacks.
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Originally published on NYT Homepage on 3/7/2026