Tehran maintains the right to respond to the Israeli airstrikes that occurred last month, while also considering the broader regional context, stated Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Wednesday.
During a press briefing in Lisbon, Araghchi expressed Iran’s approval of the ceasefire agreement reached in Lebanon on Tuesday, emphasizing hopes for its transformation into a lasting peace. This ceasefire, which took effect on Wednesday, was facilitated by the United States and France and involves a truce between Israel and Hezbollah, the group backed by Iran.
When questioned about the potential for the ceasefire to reduce tensions between Israel and Iran, he remarked, “It hinges on Israel’s actions.” He added, “While we assert our right to respond to the recent Israeli aggression, we are also mindful of all developments in the region.” Israel conducted strikes on Iranian targets on October 26 in response to an Iranian missile attack on October 1.
Additionally, Ali Larijani, a senior advisor to Iran’s supreme leader, indicated in an interview with Iran’s Tasnim news agency that the country is preparing to “respond” to Israel.
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