Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has strongly condemned the United States following military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, stating that the attack has effectively eliminated any possibility for continued diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Araghchi accused the US of derailing negotiations twice in recent weeks. "Last week, we were in negotiations with the US when Israel decided to blow up that diplomacy. This week, we held talks with the E3/EU when the US decided to blow up that diplomacy," he wrote, before pointedly asking, "What conclusion would you draw?"
The comments come amid ongoing appeals from the international community, including the United Kingdom and European Union, urging Iran to return to nuclear talks aimed at reducing tensions in the region.
However, Araghchi dismissed these calls, questioning their fundamental premise. "How can Iran return to something it never left, let alone blew up?" he remarked, suggesting that Iran views itself as the aggrieved party in the diplomatic breakdown.
Regional Implications
The escalation between the US and Iran raises significant concerns about regional stability and global oil markets. Experts suggest oil prices could rise sharply as tensions between the two nations intensify, particularly with the United States joining Israel in military actions against Iran.
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing for potential Iranian retaliation following the strikes on nuclear facilities. Former President Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, urging the country to either pursue peace or "prepare for greater tragedy."
This development represents a significant deterioration in already strained US-Iran relations and could have far-reaching consequences for Middle East stability and international diplomatic efforts to contain Iran's nuclear program.
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