Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei argued that the US must have learned that they cannot speak to Iran with the language of violence. Regarding allegations of American security operations in the Strait of Hormuz, he stated that Iran is ready to respond and knows how to defend its national interests. He emphasized that the world does not accept the "humanitarian" claims of the US and that the country cannot escape its "self-made trap" by repeating past mistakes. He underlined that the US must have learned they cannot speak to Iran with threats. As he said, Iran considers itself the guarantor of security in the Strait of Hormuz, which was safe for navigation before the war. The international community must hold the US accountable for destabilizing the region, Baghaei underscored; referring to Abbas Araghchi's trip to Pakistan, Oman, and Russia, he stated that Iran and Oman, as coastal countries, must create a mechanism for safe navigation.
Excessive demands
Baghaei stated that Iran received the US response via Pakistan, but did not provide details. He emphasized that excessive US demands continue and that their positions are constantly changing. He added that what is reported in the media regarding the nuclear program is mostly speculation. At this moment, Iran is not discussing anything beyond the complete cessation of the war. As he stated, the problem remains due to the stance of the US, which has hindered the progress of negotiations. Finally, responding to statements from France regarding the Strait of Hormuz, he stated that the situation should not be further complicated. He emphasized that Iran's measures are in accordance with international law and that if other countries want to help, they must prevent escalation by the US, which he accused of making international waters unsafe due to "piracy."
Europe must see the results of blind obedience
Referring to the reduction of the US military in Europe, Baghaei said that the "illegal and reckless" action against Iran had wide-ranging consequences, including a rift between former allies. As he said, US allies in the region know that the war against Iran is not legal, but constitutes a "unilateral action" that violates international law. Baghaei mentioned that all countries that participated directly or indirectly in the war are "responsible." He noted that what bothered the US is Germany's admission regarding the cost of the war in Europe, while he also condemned the countries that actively participated on the side of the US, emphasizing that Europe must see the results of "blind obedience."
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