On July 14, President Hassan Rouhani welcomed the nuclear deal as a "victory" for Iran in a televised address. A dubbed video by Press TV is below, followed by excerpted remarks posted on his Twitter account.
Many people prayed for the #negotiating team during the holy month of Ramadan; I'm privileged to announce their prayers have been answered
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
I'm pleased to announce that after 23 months of negotiations this admin managed to reach a new point, a new chapter in history #IranDeal.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
We did not expect #ranDeal to come easily. Extensive negotiations in light of mutual respect & win-win mentality were absolutely crucial.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
This admin believes in dialogue. I myself headed the very first #nuclear negotiating team back in 2003--when no sanctions had been imposed.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
The steadfastness, resistance, patience, perseverance & support of the great nation of #Iran were indeed key to this victory. #IranDeal
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
I thank the Iranian diplomats, lawyers & nuclear scientists whose extraordinary efforts have brought about this victory. #IranDeal
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
Upon #IranDeal implementation all sanctions will be lifted--not suspended. Otherwise,there was no need for 18-day round-the-clock #IranTalks
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
This agreement goes both ways. The successful implements of #IranDeal can dismantle the wall of mistrust brick by brick. #RouhaniLive
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
I thank all those who played critical role to reach this historic day, esp the great nation of #Iran for enduring these unjust pressures.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
I thank the SL @khamenei_ir for shouldering this heavy burden and for his guidance & prudence which led us through these difficult days.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
Today is a new chapter to work towards growth & development of our dear #Iran; a day for our youth to dream again for a brighter future.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
To our neighbours: Do not be deceived by the propaganda of the warmongering Zionist regime. #Iran & its power will translate into your power
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
Region's security is our security. Region's stability is our stability. Likewise, our progress is that of the region & will only benefit it.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015
We do not seek #WMDs, nor exerting pressure on regional states. We call for greater brotherhood, unity and further expansion of ties.
— Hassan Rouhani (@HassanRouhani) July 14, 2015