Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqji has made a strong statement regarding the failure of U.S. and Israeli efforts to change the Iranian regime, asserting that their belief they could do so in a matter of days was misguided. In an interview with PBS News, he emphasized that Iran would continue its missile attacks against American interests as long as it is deemed necessary, rejecting any responsibility for the repercussions of such aggression, which he claims has been inflicted upon Iran. He indicated that the foundational strategy of the U.S. and Israel was a failure and predicted that their next plans would also collapse, reinforcing the narrative of Iran being under siege and fighting in self-defense.

Furthermore, Araqji highlighted Iran's difficult history in negotiations with the U.S., referencing broken promises from the Trump administration, which he claims assured Iran of peace while secretly preparing for military actions. This breach of trust has led him to dismiss prospects for resuming talks with Washington, warning that the consequences of American aggression could escalate into a broader regional conflict. He framed the continuous hostility as a direct consequence of U.S. actions, which he insists Iran is not to blame for.