US Iran tensions: Tensions between the United States and Iran in the Middle East once again appear to be rising. Iran has clearly warned that if it is subjected to any military attack, it will not target US territory but American military bases located in the region.
On Saturday, Iran’s foreign minister said there is a possibility of restarting talks with the United States, but he also made it clear that Iran will not remain silent in the event of an attack. According to Araghchi, If Washington attacks, Iran will respond by striking US military bases present in the Middle East.
This statement came at a time when the US special envoy visited an American aircraft carrier. The warship is currently deployed in the Arabian Sea, which is considered to be quite close to Iran.
Oman talks and further negotiations
On Friday, high level talks between the United States and Iran took place in Oman. Araghchi said the talks were indirect and limited only to the nuclear issue. The date of the next meeting has not been decided, but both sides have agreed to hold it soon.
The US president also said that talks could resume early next week. However, just hours after this statement, Trump signed an executive order related to imposing additional tariffs on countries doing business with Iran. These tariffs are believed to be as high as 25 percent.
Iran’s position on uranium and missile issues
Iran has made it clear that uranium enrichment is a matter of its rights and that it will not accept any restrictions on it. Araghchi said the United States cannot destroy Iran’s capabilities even through bombing.
Iran’s stance on its missile program is also firm. According to the foreign minister, Neither now nor in the future will there be any talks on missiles, because this is linked to national security.
Military signals and regional tension
Iran’s armed forces chief of staff warned that any military action against Iran would have serious consequences for the attackers and could worsen the situation across the region.
Meanwhile, US special envoy Witkoff said on social media that he met sailors and Marines deployed on the warship along with US Central Command commander Admiral Brad Cooper. According to analysts, this visit is being seen as a signal to Tehran that if talks fail, the United States has other options as well.
Economic impact and domestic situation
The impact of US Iran tensions is also visible on Iran’s economy. In Tehran’s markets, the Iranian currency rial has fallen to its lowest level so far. Against one US dollar, its value has reached around 1.59 million rials.
Statement on Israel and Palestine in Doha
After the talks, Araghchi traveled to Doha, where he spoke openly on the Israel and Palestine issue at the Al Jazeera Forum. He said the situation in Gaza is a test of what value international law and human rights hold today. According to him, stability cannot come to any region as long as one side is given freedom to act above the law.
Overall, despite hopes for dialogue, ground realities show that mistrust between the United States and Iran remains deep, and signs of military and economic pressure do not appear to be easing for now.
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