Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran still seeks a fair and dignified agreement with Washington but is prepared to defend itself, BlockBeats reported on Oct. 21, citing an article he wrote for the Financial Times.
Diplomacy and security
Araghchi said the White House must show sincerity and a genuine willingness to end what he called aggression. He said Iran remains committed to a dignified peaceful resolution while preparing for self-defense.
He also accused President Donald Trump of starting the war based on a fundamental misjudgment of Iran’s strength and said Tehran has little confidence in Washington’s stated intent. Those are Araghchi’s positions as relayed by BlockBeats; the flash did not link the Financial Times article for independent review.