Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araqchi declared that the United States would bear legal responsibility if Israel launches an attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, amid reports of potential Israeli military action and ongoing nuclear negotiations in Rome.
Iran’s top diplomat Abbas Araqchi issued a stern warning on Thursday following a CNN report suggesting that Israel might be preparing strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. He stated that Tehran would hold Washington accountable as a “participant” in any such attack and would take “special measures” to protect its nuclear infrastructure.
Iran and the United States, Israel’s closest ally, are scheduled to hold their fifth round of nuclear talks on Friday in Rome, despite deep disagreements over Iran’s uranium enrichment program. Washington insists that Iran’s enrichment could enable nuclear weapons development, a claim Tehran denies.
CNN cited intelligence sources indicating uncertainty within the US and Israeli administrations about whether Israel has finalized any decision on military action against Iran.
In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Araqchi condemned what he described as “adventurism” by Israel and promised a decisive response to any unlawful acts. He also suggested that Iran would inform the International Atomic Energy Agency of any measures taken to safeguard its nuclear materials.
An adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader previously hinted that Tehran could suspend cooperation with the IAEA or relocate enriched material to undisclosed locations if threats persist.
The Revolutionary Guards echoed the warning, with spokesperson Alimohammad Naini declaring that Israel would face a “devastating and decisive response” if it attacks Iran, dismissing Israeli threats as miscalculations.
Diplomats suggest that if US-Iran negotiations collapse or produce a deal that fails to ease Israel’s security concerns, Israel could consider military strikes on its regional rival.
Speaking on state television Thursday, Araqchi criticized US demands to end uranium enrichment entirely, stating that such a condition would make a deal impossible. While open to the idea of an international consortium overseeing enrichment, he emphasized that Iran would not relinquish enrichment activities on its own soil.
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had earlier described US demands to halt enrichment as “excessive and outrageous” and expressed skepticism about the success of the talks.
Iran maintains that its nuclear program is for peaceful, civilian use only. Araqchi reiterated that while Iran has the capability to build nuclear weapons, it lacks the intent to do so.
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Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighbouring regions early Friday morning, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated his assassination threat against Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, stating that he has instructed the military that “no one is untouchable in Iran."
Azerbaijan continues the process of evacuating Azerbaijani citizens and foreigners from Iran, according to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan (MFA), along with the embassy in the Islamic Republic of Iran and the consulate general in Tabriz.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief strongly rejects allegations that the IAEA Board of Governors' report of the 12 June provided Israel with the justification to attack Iran.
China issued red alerts as extreme monsoon rain trigger flash floods across central and southern regions, threatening lives, and infrastructure.
Germany’s producer prices dropped 1.2% year-on-year in May, in line with market expectations, largely due to falling energy prices, official data showed Friday.
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Israeli strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the residences of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to the New York Times, citing local witnesses.
Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) has cancelled certain flights scheduled for 13th and 14th June amid recent escalation of situation in the Middle East and the closure of airspace in several countries for security reasons.
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A high-speed tram derailment in central Gothenburg, Sweden, left eight people injured late on June 20, after the vehicle slammed into a snack bar on Avenyn Avenue.
China issued red alerts as extreme monsoon rain trigger flash floods across central and southern regions, threatening lives, and infrastructure.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for June 20th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
A deadly overnight Russian drone assault on Ukraine’s Black Sea port city of Odesa left one person dead and at least 14 injured, striking residential buildings and key rail infrastructure, according to local authorities.
There are international calls to seek a diplomatic solution amid rising tensions in the Middle East and to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. That's according to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and key international allies who discussed the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
China issued red alerts as extreme monsoon rain trigger flash floods across central and southern regions, threatening lives, and infrastructure.
Germany’s producer prices dropped 1.2% year-on-year in May, in line with market expectations, largely due to falling energy prices, official data showed Friday.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for June 20th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
A deadly overnight Russian drone assault on Ukraine’s Black Sea port city of Odesa left one person dead and at least 14 injured, striking residential buildings and key rail infrastructure, according to local authorities.
There are international calls to seek a diplomatic solution amid rising tensions in the Middle East and to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. That's according to U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and key international allies who discussed the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
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