Amid escalating regional tensions and continued uncertainty regarding the future of relations between Tehran and Washington, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi affirmed Sunday that his country does not rule out the possibility of a new U.S. attack or a broader military operation, while emphasizing that "Iran is now more prepared than ever to face such scenarios."

Speaking during a visit to Moscow, Araghchi made the remarks in an interview with Russia Today (RT), in which he addressed the prospects for resuming negotiations with the United States.

Araghchi stressed: “We are ready for a fair and balanced agreement reached through negotiation, but we are not ready to accept dictates.”

Iran emphasizes deterrence, says military readiness key to preventing war

Araghchi stated that "this readiness in no way implies Iran's welcome of a new war but reflects a preventive approach aimed at avoiding conflict."

He added, "The best way to prevent war is to be prepared for it," highlighting that military and political readiness constitutes a fundamental deterrent in light of what he described as ongoing hostile policies towards his country.

The Iranian foreign minister explained that "Iran has already rebuilt what was damaged by previous attacks," affirming that "any attempt to repeat the military option will not yield results different from past experiences that proved unsuccessful in achieving their objectives."

Our facilities sustained damage
Araghchi pointed out that "the truth is our facilities suffered significant damage. But there is another truth as well, that our technology still stands, and technology cannot be bombed. Moreover, our determination and will remain. We have a full legitimate right to the peaceful use of nuclear technology, including enrichment, and we intend to exercise this right."

He considered that "resorting to force has only contributed to increasing tension and instability, both inside Iran and across the wider region."

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi (Web)

The Iranian official believes that "this contradiction undermines the chances of diplomatic solutions and weakens the mutual trust that is an essential condition for any serious negotiation process."

He emphasized that "Iran still prefers political and diplomatic solutions, but it will not hesitate to defend its sovereignty and interests if imposed upon."

Araghchi added that "Iran seeks regional stability rather than escalation, but warned that ongoing military threats and the expanded foreign military presence in the Gulf region are complicating the security situation and increasing the risk of confrontation."