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No US talks on Iran’s agenda, Larijani insists
His comments, made through a post on the social media platform X, came in response to claims by Qatar’s Al Jazeera TV network, citing the Wall Street Journal, that suggested Larijani had initiated new efforts to restart talks with Washington.
Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, in a recent social media post, indicated that recent indirect talks Geneva were making significant progress towards a historic agreement between Iran and the US. He emphasized the importance of diplomacy, stating that while the hope for peace persists, it should not be overshadowed by the threat of war.
Additionally, Larijani criticized US President Donald Trump’s approach to the West Asia region, saying he was inciting chaos in the region while prioritizing Israeli interests over American lives.
He remarked on the delusions driving US policies, asserting that Iranian armed forces are acting defensively and were not the instigators of conflict.
The Iranian nation is engaged in self-defense today, Larijani said, emphasizing that the aggression was not commenced by the armed forces of Iran.
Focussed on defence
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Ismail Baqaei has asserted that Iran’s primary focus remains the defense of its nation following recent attacks, dismissing the possibility of renewed negotiations with the United States. In an interview with NPR, Baqaei detailed Iran’s perspective on the escalating tensions and condemned the recent strikes as an “unprovoked and unjustified aggression.”
The Iranian official stated that this is the second time in nine months, following the 12-day war in June, that his country has been targeted while involved in negotiations with the United States.
He described the recent attacks as an “unfair war imposed on our nation,” emphasizing Iran’s commitment to “standing firm, maintaining resilience, and confronting this injustice.”
Baqaei also addressed recent unrest within Iran, attributing it to a disinformation campaign and external interference. He pointed to a US presidential statement suggesting potential intervention if casualties increased, which he believes fueled the escalation. While acknowledging economic challenges, he emphasized that these are largely due to US sanctions.
Baqaei concluded by reaffirming Iran’s commitment to peaceful resolutions and condemning the attacks as a violation of international law and the UN Charter. He called on the international community, particularly the UN Security Council, to address the situation and prevent a descent into a “law of the jungle.”