Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei pointed blame at the United States on Monday following nighttime military confrontations between Iranian and Israeli forces, describing the situation as worsening an already “chaotic diplomatic process” between Tehran and Washington. Baghaei indicated that Iran and the US are currently communicating through messages in an atmosphere marked by “extreme suspicion.”
According to Baghaei, Israeli military operations in Lebanon are designed to undermine diplomatic efforts, regardless of whether the US has prior knowledge or approval of such actions. He emphasized that Washington holds direct accountability for ceasefire violations as a participant in the April 8 agreement, including strikes linked to Israel, warning that the international community should worry about escalating regional warfare.
“The United States bears direct responsibility for any action the Zionist regime (Israel) takes in relation to violating regional peace and security against Iran,” Baghaei stated.
The spokesperson noted that Pakistan’s interior minister traveled to Tehran on Sunday as part of ongoing efforts to maintain indirect communication channels with Washington.
In a separate matter, Baghaei announced that Iran would counter any resolution targeting the country during this week’s U.N. nuclear watchdog Board of Governors meeting.
He criticized International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi for ignoring conflict realities and maintaining biased political positions that undermine the organization’s credibility.
