Abbas Araghchi, the Iranian Foreign Minister, about Trump: If he wants an escalation, "he will get it"

Abbas Araghchi, the Iranian Foreign Minister, reiterated warnings about reprisals against the United States, emphasizing that if Donald Trump opts for escalating tensions, Iran is prepared to respond. In a post on X, Araghchi stated that the Iranian armed forces are ready for any challenge. He also mentioned Tehran's openness to de-escalation, provided that neighbors do not use their airspace or territory to attack Iran. Araghchi accused the Trump administration of misinterpreting Iran's intentions, which could lead to an escalation of the conflict. His reaction came after Trump threatened that Iran would face severe consequences for its behavior. The conflict in the Middle East continues to escalate, with the Israeli army conducting operations in Iran.