We Are Not Negotiating with America, We Are in a Real War

TEHRAN (Defapress) - Esmail Baghaei, the Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated in his press conference with the media today that we are on the eve of Arbaeen and stated: In the past week, America once again sent us help; a bomb weighing 1000 kilograms fell on the family of Mr. Gheisar Jafari, killing the entire family.

Baghaei added: America's care has once again extended to Iraq, and several Iranian citizens were martyred during the US attack on Iraq. We also offer our condolences to their families for this tragedy.

The Foreign Ministry Spokesman continued: The Foreign Ministry's activities in the field of diplomacy continue. Negotiations with Oman have continued with seriousness in the past week. These negotiations are being conducted with the aim of preventing the escalation of insecurity and securing Iran's interests.

He noted: "We are not currently holding talks with the United States, but rather, we are only holding talks with Oman to create a safe route for ships to move through."

Baghaei added: "The Strait of Hormuz was not closed due to differences of opinion between Iran and Oman, but rather due to the regional war started by Iran on February 28. Therefore, the focus of the talks with Oman is on the Strait of Hormuz."

The Foreign Ministry Spokesman stated: "The war of the United States against the Islamic Republic of Iran is not a war against one country, but a war against the entire region. Accordingly, it is natural that the countries of the region want to try to prevent the escalation of tensions."

He clarified: "We are trying to determine the route at the earliest opportunity in consultation with Oman and based on that, provide shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz. These are bilateral talks between the two coastal states. Others can certainly appear constructive or destructive in this process, but the issue of the Strait is solely related to Iran and Oman. What will happen next must be decided between these two countries."

Referring to the presence of the United States in the region and its role in the insecurity of West Asia, he added: "In these five months, we have seen with our own eyes that the presence of the United States in the region has exacerbated insecurity and instability in the region. It is natural for countries to try to prevent the insecurity from escalating, but experience has proven that what stops the enemy is nothing but the authority and deterrence of Iran."

The Foreign Ministry Spokesman noted: "Pakistan is a mediator in discussions related to Iran and the United States, and in the meantime, Qatar is also helping this process. We have friendly relations with China, and China shares our concerns about the escalation of America's belligerent behavior and insecurity in the region. Chinese friends are making effective efforts to prevent the situation from escalating, but it is not true that we added a new mediator."

The Foreign Ministry Spokesman denied the news of negotiations between Iran and the United States today and said: "Today, Mr. Araghchi is leaving for the Arbaeen ceremony, and his trip to Iraq is also personal." In addition, all the negotiating friends are in Iran, and there are no negotiations with the United States.

Referring to the growing opposition of the people of the region to the continued military presence of the United States, he said: The elites and people of the region have expressed their opposition to the military presence of the United States in their land and country on numerous occasions. The people of the region know very well and clearly that Iran's regional war is an oppressive war against Iran as a Muslim country in the region.

In another part of his speech, Baghaei added: Everyone knows that the Iranian nation is a peace-loving nation and seeks peaceful life with all countries in the region. Accordingly, Iran's defensive reactions were solely against the military origin of the attack, and the people and countries of the region have not been targeted by us.

In response to the US claim regarding Iran-Yemen relations and the opening of a new front by Iran, the Foreign Ministry spokesman stated: Those who make such claims are deliberately trying to distort reality. Iran faced a US military attack five months ago on February 28. But has Iran opened a new front or not? In addition, the US and the Zionist regime have been using the territories of regional countries to attack Iran since the very first days. Again, have we opened a front? The answer is no.

Referring to Yemen’s recent actions, he added: The Yemen issue is only relevant to this country. We have already said that the Yemen issue should only be resolved through dialogue. However, for Iran’s enemies to link any issue to Iran’s regional war is a form of evasion of responsibility.

Baghaei continued: Regarding the recent regional conflicts, I must point out the important issue that they started this problem themselves and did not pay attention to the fact that incitement is contagious. It should be noted that the responsibility for everything that happens in the region and beyond lies first with the United States and then with those who are accomplices of the aggressor.

In response to the claims made regarding the presence of Pakistani and Qatari representatives in negotiations with the United States, the Foreign Ministry Spokesman added: I am not aware of such an issue. We are not going to host a delegation these days, and we are not going to be guests.

In response to the continued attacks by the Zionist regime on countries in the region, he noted: The crimes of the Zionist regime are still ongoing, and the crimes of this regime in Gaza, the West Bank, and Lebanon are currently continuing.

Referring to the responsibility of the Security Council and the United Nations in this regard, Baqaei added: The responsibility of the Security Council and the United Nations is clear, and normalizing crimes, especially genocide, is shameful. Accordingly, all Islamic countries should draw their attention to the biggest issue of the Islamic world and the world, but unfortunately, we see that these attacks continue due to the negligence of Islamic countries.

Referring to Iran-China relations, the Foreign Ministry Spokesman continued: Our relationship with China is a very important one, and we move in various areas based on the strategic partnership agreement. Whenever necessary, we sign new understandings for issues we deem necessary.

Referring to the Ukrainian attack on the Iranian ship and the telephone conversation between the Iranian and Ukrainian foreign ministers regarding this incident, he added: Ukrainian officials emphasized in their contact with Foreign Minister Araghchi and in their separate messages that this action was unintentional, but clear evidence, including the explicit statement of the Ukrainian President, indicates that this attack was intentional.

Baghaei continued: We have heard the explanations of the Ukrainian officials and are waiting to see what action they take in practice. We will definitely take whatever action is necessary to hold Ukraine accountable and ensure that such a crime does not occur again.