Tehran signals readiness for possible US military, diplomatic moves

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran is prepared for any measures the United States may take, including military action, in an interview aired by Al Jazeera.

"We are prepared for any move. If they want to test the military option again, which they have already tried, we are ready," Araghchi said, Iran International reports.

Araghchi emphasized that Iran’s current level of readiness far surpasses what it was prior to the 12-day conflict in June, both in terms of scale and capability. "Our preparedness is much stronger than before, in both scale and capability," he said. "We are ready for all options—whether they choose a military option or a diplomatic one, under the conditions I mentioned."

Highlighting the broader geopolitical context, the Iranian minister questioned whether Washington would pursue what he described as a “wise path.” "The important thing is how much a rational course is taken," he said. "Unfortunately, some are trying to drag America into war and endless wars to serve Israel’s interests."

Araghchi concluded, "We will see how much the United States chooses the path of wisdom."

By Vafa Guliyeva