Iran says it is pursuing diplomacy but remains ready for war Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf says Tehran is prioritising diplomacy with the US, but remains prepared for war. "We are pursuing dialogue, but if the dialogue is not implemented, we are also prepared for war and will respond accordingly," Qalibaf said in an interview on state television. His comments came as Iranian and US delegations were due to hold separate discussions in Doha.