Iran (IMNA) – Speaking at his weekly press briefing, Baghaei reviewed recent diplomatic activities, noting that Iran hosted delegations from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and South Korea over the past two days for exchanges with the Foreign Minister.
Baghaei said the global landscape is undergoing rapid shifts, adding that within the region, the primary threat continues to be the Israeli regime. He pointed to ongoing crimes in Lebanon, Syria, and other regional states, saying that despite an existing ceasefire, violations are sharply increasing. He stated that the ceasefire in Lebanon has been breached hundreds of thousands of times and that numerous Lebanese civilians have been assassinated. In Gaza, he said, ceasefire violations have reached 600 cases.
Addressing US conduct, Baghaei said Washington’s behavior has made it the biggest threat to global security. He cited examples of coercive actions worldwide, including threats against Venezuela, Cuba, Nicaragua, Brazil, and Mexico in the Western Hemisphere. He described the U.S. announcement of closing another country’s airspace as unprecedented and in violation of international norms, including aviation safety regulations. He also referred to US pressure on African countries, including claims that South Africa should not attend the G20 summit.
Baghaei added that Washington’s full support for the Israeli regime has made the US effectively complicit in its actions. Under ordinary circumstances, he said, the UN Security Council should address such behavior as a clear violation of international peace and security.
Australia’s move against IRGC
Commenting on Australia’s recent accusations against the IRGC, Baghaei said Iran has officially clarified its stance. He stressed that Australia’s move lacks any legal or factual basis and follows steps taken by Canberra in recent months.
He said misleading information previously provided to Australian authorities led them to downgrade diplomatic engagement with Iran, but Australian officials — including regional police — have affirmed that Iran had no role in incidents involving actions against Jewish individuals.
Baghaei described Australia’s decision as political tribute to the Zionist regime.
Saudi deputy FM’s visit to Tehran
Baghaei confirmed that the Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister’s recent trip to Tehran was part of a process initiated two years ago.
He said Iran-Saudi relations are advancing, with talks covering bilateral ties and regional issues including Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. Both sides, he added, are committed to continuing efforts to strengthen stability in West Asia.
Israeli regime's ceasefire violations
On ceasefire violations in Lebanon, Baghaei said Israel repeatedly signs agreements only to break them. He noted that the UNIFIL spokesperson has reported 10,000 violations, indicating that “there is practically no ceasefire.”
He argued that Israel threatens not only the security and stability of neighboring countries but also their development. Such actions, he said, increase the responsibility of states claiming to guarantee ceasefires while further exposing those who fail to uphold their commitments.
Talks with European troika
Baghaei said Iran’s position remains unchanged: meaningful negotiations are possible only when all sides recognize each other’s rights and legitimate concerns.
He stressed that Iran has taken no escalatory steps, and that the European troika’s resolutions created deadlocks. He added that while diplomatic-level dialogue with European states continues, it does not indicate the resumption of formal negotiations. Recent contacts, including a phone call with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas, were part of Iran’s ongoing diplomatic diplomacy and will continue.
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