Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Begaie gave a harsh response to the assassination plan allegations raised by US officials. In a statement on social media, Begaie targeted the Washington administration and rejected the accusations.
The statement by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Congress, saying that a person linked to Iran was convicted for planning an assassination attempt against high-level US politicians, sparked reactions in Tehran. The Iranian side claimed that these accusations were used as a tool for political pressure.
Highlights
- Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Begaie responded to the allegations via social media.
- Begaie accused the US administration of double standards.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio made a statement in Congress about a person linked to Iran.
- Tehran emphasized that the accusations will not change the facts.
Accusation from Begaie to Washington
In his statement, Begaie brought up the serious crimes the US administration allegedly committed against the Iranian nation. He said, "Playing the victim role does not justify the horrific war crimes and crimes against humanity you have committed against the Iranian nation. Every accusation is a confession."
With these words, the Iranian spokesman rejected the US rhetoric towards Iran and accused Washington of acting with double standards. Begaie's statement stood out as a new example of the escalating political rhetoric between the two countries.
Emphasis on Minab and Lamerd
Begaie referred to past US operations affecting civilians in some regions of Iran. He specifically recalled the incidents in the cities of Minab and Lamerd.
With this reminder, the Iranian side not only defended against the assassination allegations but also directed criticism towards the US's past record. Tehran argues that the accusations directed at it do not overshadow this background.
Diplomatic tension rises again
The statements brought the long-standing political tension between the two countries back to the forefront. The harsh rhetoric between the parties is expected to continue in the coming days.
The Iranian side stated that the international public should approach such statements with skepticism. According to Begaie, the allegations will not change Tehran's stance.
Context: The tension between the US and Iran has recently been escalating again with political and diplomatic issues. The latest statements show that this line has evolved into a harsher tone.
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