According to Iran's official news agency, on June 25 Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made clear that holding accountable the forces Tehran considers hostile is an undeniable requirement. The statement came as regional tensions escalated following military confrontations between Iran and Israel.
Araghchi accused the United States and Israel of being behind actions that harmed Iran and argued that the international community must condemn such acts. He stressed that silence or inaction would set a dangerous precedent, encouraging hardline forces to keep up the pressure.
On related developments, regional media reported that Israel carried out airstrikes on a number of targets in Iran in mid-June, including nuclear facilities. Tehran took retaliatory measures and declared it would not let these actions pass without consequences.
In his latest remarks, the Iranian foreign minister said his country still maintains its right to self-defense under international law, while calling on the parties involved to exercise restraint to avoid further inflaming the conflict. He also reiterated the view that any act infringing on sovereignty must be handled through international mechanisms.
Observers say Araghchi's statement reflects Iran's hardline stance at a time when tensions show no sign of easing. The parties involved continue to closely monitor the situation amid the risk of a wider regional conflict.
