Iran Asserts Self-Defence, Ready For More Sacrifices Amid Rising Tensions

• Saeid Reza Mosayeb Motlagh, Iran's Consul General in Mumbai, stated Iran is "ready to sacrifice even more" to protect its independence amid West Asia tensions.
• He blamed the US and Israel for escalating the conflict, citing their "greed and over-ambition" and alleged attempts to weaken or partition Iran.
• Motlagh claimed the US derailed diplomatic efforts twice and asserted Iran's actions are justified self-defense against international rights violations.
• Iran seeks a "justice-oriented and pragmatic view" from India, its long-standing friend, and has temporarily eased border rules for Indian nationals.
• The Consul General believes regional stability requires external forces to withdraw and views the conflict as a direct challenge to Iran's independence.