Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Tehran is awaiting an official response through mediators and remains open to negotiations without accepting pressure or coercion.
The deal covers agricultural products, cosmetics, toys and small appliances. Both sides will also establish a trade council and continue earlier trade agreements.
The pope also criticized assisted dying, genetic manipulation, surrogacy and the commercialization of human organs, reaffirming the Catholic Church’s pro-life position.
With Israeli elections approaching, Netanyahu used the roughly 40-minute address to highlight Israel’s military challenges and praise US President Donald Trump’s support.