From The Straits Times · · 1m 20s
Iran Warns US: More Firepower Won't End Middle East War
Iran's foreign minister says military action won't end Middle East conflict, demanding negotiations based on justice and fairness.
In brief
Iran's foreign minister says military action won't end Middle East conflict, demanding negotiations based on justice and fairness. Iran's top diplomat insists only negotiations based on justice and fairness can end the US-Iran conflict, rejecting military solutions. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Iran's Foreign Minister Statement
Iran's top diplomat insists there is no military solution to the US war and only negotiations based on justice and fairness can end the conflict.
“There is no military solution, nor any solution based on new sanctions”
US Rejects Iran's Demands
The US has rejected Iran's demands to end sanctions and lift a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz but says it remains open to talks.
“The US has rejected Iran’s demands to end sanctions and lift a naval blockade on the Strait of Hormuz”
US Military Buildup
The US has increased military presence in the Middle East by deploying missile batteries and aircraft carriers to counter Iran.
“US has deployed additional Patriot missile batteries to Saudi Arabia and Qatar”
Strait of Hormuz Blockade
Iran has sought to impose control over the Strait of Hormuz by striking vessels that attempt to transit without its authorization.
“Iran has sought to impose its control over the vital shipping lane since the start of the war”
Tanker Incident
On Oct 4, a British maritime agency reported a tanker in the Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile causing engine room damage.
“a tanker in the Hormuz reported being struck by an unknown projectile”
Oil Minister Resigns
Iran's oil minister resigned as the country faces growing queues at petrol stations due to the Middle East war's impact.
“the country’s oil minister Mohsen Paknejad resigned”
US Counterproposal
Iranian officials say the US has expressed views on their proposal but are reviewing it before taking action.
“The Americans, through intermediaries, have also conveyed their views on this proposal”
The key point
Iran's top diplomat insists only negotiations based on justice and fairness can end the US-Iran conflict, rejecting military solutions.
