New Delhi: Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday reiterated the country’s commitment to a peaceful nuclear programme. He stressed that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons and wants a fair, mutually beneficial nuclear deal.
At the same time, Araghchi said lessons from the 12-Day War have strengthened Iran’s ability to respond quickly and decisively to any aggression against its land, air, or sea.
In a post on X, he highlighted that Iran supports a nuclear agreement based on equality and respect, without coercion or intimidation. Such an agreement would allow Iran to develop nuclear technology for peaceful purposes only.
Araghchi’s statement came hours after US President Donald Trump renewed threats of a military strike against Iran. Trump warned that a “massive armada” is heading to Iranian waters and is “ready, willing, and able” to act with speed if necessary.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump added that he hopes Iran will negotiate a “fair and equitable deal – no nuclear weapons – one that benefits all parties.” He emphasized urgency, saying, “Time is running out. Make a deal!”
Tensions between the two countries have risen due to Iran’s crackdown on anti-government protests and the ongoing disputes over its nuclear program.
