Araqchi: Iran’s Response to Israeli terrorist attack ‘definitive’
Tehran, IRNA- Iran’s foreign minister has reiterated his country’s pledge to punish the Zionist regime for assassinating Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran.
According to the Iranian News Agency (IRNA), Abbas Araghchi in a telephone call with his Italian counterpart, Antonio Tajani on Sunday night said that “Iran’s reaction to Israeli terrorist attack in Tehran is definitive and will be measured and calculated”.
“We do not fear escalation, yet do not seek it—unlike Israel”, Araghchi wrote on his X social media post, detailing his conversation with Tajani.
The top Iranian diplomat added that he was pleased to receive a congratulatory call from the Italian Foreign Minister and that their lengthy discussion focused on the region.
Over the past two days, Araghchi has received a number of congratulatory calls from his foreign counterparts, including the foreign ministers of Egypt, Turkey and Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, Tajani expressed concern over the spread of insecurity in the region. He also urged all parties to practice self-restraint and Iran to help in reducing tension.
The two sides emphasized the importance of expanding bilateral relations and also stressed the continuation of consultations.