Islamic Republic focused on defending nation amid unjust war: Foreign Ministry spox
Spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry Esmail Baqaei has emphasized the Islamic Republic’s primary commitment to defending its citizens amid an unjust war imposed by the US and Zionist regime.
In an interview with the American public broadcasting organization National Public Radio (NPR), Baqaei noted that Iran was engaged in negotiations with the United States when recent military aggressions occurred, highlighting a troubling pattern of unjustified attacks on the Iranian populace.
The spokesperson provided historical context, explaining that the Iranian nuclear program originated in the 1960s with US assistance.
He condemned the recent missile strikes against Iran, which took place during discussions aimed at addressing the technical aspects of a prospective agreement in Vienna. These actions, he argued, are illegal and pose a significant threat to regional stability.