Iran FM Araghchi Slams Trump's 'Reckless' Intervention Threats Amid Protests

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Firstpost•03-01-2026, 14:48
Iran FM Araghchi Slams Trump's 'Reckless' Intervention Threats Amid Protests
- •Iranian FM Araghchi condemned US President Trump's threats of intervention if Iran suppressed peaceful protesters, calling them "reckless and dangerous."
- •Trump warned the US would "come to their rescue" if protesters were killed, stating "We are locked and loaded and ready to go," without specifying action.
- •Araghchi countered that Iran's armed forces are on standby and "know exactly where to aim" if attacked, rejecting foreign interference.
- •Widespread protests across Iran, initially over the rial's fall, have led to at least eight reported deaths, with clashes between demonstrators and security forces.
- •Iran's UN ambassador Amir-Saeid Iravani urged the UN Security Council to condemn Trump's remarks, holding the US responsible for any escalation.
Why It Matters: Iran condemns Trump's intervention threats as dangerous amid escalating protests and deaths.
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