Ayatollah Khamenei made the statements during a speech to the nation on Tuesday evening, addressing national, regional, and global issues. Elaborating on the origins of Irans nuclear enrichment industry, Imam Khamenei stated: We did not possess this technology, nor were others willing to meet our needs. Imam Khamenei further emphasized Irans distinguished standing in this field, noting: 10 countries in the world are capable of uranium enrichment, and one is Islamic Iran. Imam Khamenei emphasized: No nation of honor would accept negotiations under threat, and no wise policymaker would endorse them. The Leader described promises of concessions by the counterpart in exchange for compliance as false.