“Trump says Iran should not use its nuclear rights, but does not explain what crime Iran has committed,” Pezeshkian said during a visit to Iran’s sports and youth ministry, ISNA reported.

He also called for the nation to stand “firm against a bloodthirsty and brutal enemy”.

Iran must manage the current atmosphere in a way that “does not portray us as war-mongers” as “we are defending ourselves”, he said.

On Feb 28, the US and Israel launched a joint offensive on Iran, and Tehran retaliated with strikes on Israel and other regional countries hosting US assets.

The war has been on hold since April 8, when Pakistan mediated a two-week ceasefire.

Washington and Tehran held talks in Pakistan last weekend toward a lasting peace, and efforts to hold another session in Islamabad are underway.