Iran Warns the US it Will 'Reciprocate' if the 'Language of Force' is Used
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned US President Donald Trump this Friday that Iran will 'reciprocate' in the same way to the US if it uses the 'language of force,' while Washington continues to consider a military attack against Tehran. EFE 'If you speak to the Iranian people in the language of respect, we respond in the same language. But if they speak to us in the language of force, we would reciprocate in the same language. I believe the Iranians have proven to be a very proud people. We only respond to the language of respect, and this is how they can speak to us, and they would see the result,' explained the Iranian diplomat in an interview on 'Morning Joe.' In the interview, the presenter, Joe Scarborough, urged the Iranian Foreign Minister to send a message to Trump.
TL;DR
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Donald Trump that Iran would respond in kind if the US uses the 'language of force.'
- Araghchi stated that previous US administrations' attempts against Iran, including sanctions, have not been successful.
- Both countries are discussing ways to ensure Iran's nuclear program remains peaceful in exchange for sanctions withdrawal.
- Araghchi denied an 'ultimatum' from the US regarding Iran's counter-offer but stressed the desire for a quick, mutually beneficial agreement.
- Trump mentioned he was considering a 'limited military strike' to pressure Iran on its nuclear program.
- The US has increased its military presence in the Middle East, despite reported progress in nuclear talks.
- Iran previously warned the UN that any US base from which attacks are launched would be considered a legitimate target.