Seyyed Abbas 'Iran Forced Enemy to Request Negotiations'

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said Iran had proved itself to be a “tough and invincible power” during the recent war with the US and Israel, claiming that Tehran ultimately forced its opponents to seek negotiations. 

Speaking at a meeting on diplomacy and health at Iran’s Ministry of Health, Araghchi praised the country’s armed forces and civilians for their resistance during the conflict.

He said Iran had



surprised the world by resisting the US, Israel and their allies, adding that officials from other countries had described Iran’s performance as a “miracle.” 

On diplomacy, Araghchi said Iran had demonstrated its ability to defend its rights and claimed that the country had “won the war” as well as diplomacy, morality, honour and dignity. He credited the sacrifices of Iranian citizens and medical workers who continued providing services during the conflict.