Iran's envoy to India, Mohammad Fathali, announced that Tehran is prepared for peace talks but insists the decision lies with the United States. While Iran prefers diplomacy, Fathali warned that the country is ready for conflict if necessary, stating that Iran would defend itself against any attacks. His comments come ahead of a meeting in Islamabad, where US Vice President JD Vance is expected to lead discussions with Iranian officials, including parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The ongoing conflict, which began on February 28, has entered its seventh week, with a fragile ceasefire set to expire soon. Fathali accused the US of already attacking Iranian infrastructure and civilians, asserting that Iran has statistics to demonstrate the impact of these actions. He also expressed appreciation for India's humanitarian aid, highlighting the support received since the conflict began, particularly in the form of medical supplies.