Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that Iran is not in a state of war with Saudi Arabia, adding that the Houthis (the Yemen-based armed movement that has long received Iranian support) have "their own issues" separate from Tehran's position. Pezeshkian used the remarks to call on countries across the region to collaborate in building lasting peace and security. The comments signal a continued Iranian interest in de-escalation with Riyadh at a time of ongoing regional tensions.