Iranian Foreign Minister Asserts U.S. Has No Authority Over Iran’s Foreign Policy
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi asserted that the U.S. has no authority over Iran’s foreign policy, particularly relating to comments made by President Trump about Yemen’s Houthis. Araqchi condemned U.S. support for Israel and military actions in Yemen. Concurrently, Russian FM Lavrov urged a ceasefire and political dialogue regarding the conflict in Yemen.
On Sunday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi asserted that the United States lacks the authority to dictate Iran’s foreign policy. This statement follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent warnings concerning Yemen’s Houthi group, according to the Iranian news agency IRNA. Araqchi emphasized, “The United States Government has no authority, or business, dictating Iranian foreign policy,” in a post on social media platform X.
In addition, Araqchi criticized U.S. actions, calling for an end to support for Israel, which he accused of engaging in genocide and terrorism, and condemned the ongoing violence in Yemen. His remarks come in light of Trump’s recent military operations targeting the Houthis that resulted in at least 31 fatalities, marking one of the most significant military actions in the Middle East since his inauguration.
Concurrent with these developments, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov contacted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Lavrov urged the United States to halt its military strikes against the Houthi group. He highlighted the necessity of ceasing hostilities and emphasized the importance of political dialogue among all parties to mitigate further bloodshed in the region.
The Iranian Foreign Minister’s statements underscore the tensions between the U.S. and Iran regarding foreign policy matters. Araqchi’s condemnation of American influence reflects Iran’s commitment to its sovereignty, particularly in the context of the ongoing conflict in Yemen. The situation is further complicated by international responses, such as those from Russia, advocating for dialogue as a resolution to the crisis.
Original Source: al24news.com
