Iran's FM Warns Netanyahu After US President's Support
Translated & summarized from Channel 13 by baba
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to "be careful" after Netanyahu spoke of an "unfinished mission" in Iran. The exchange occurred after US President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Netanyahu for re-election, stating Iran was "crushed" but needed a final push. Araghchi accused Netanyahu of seeking war to avoid prison and reiterated Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The US Embassy issued travel warnings for citizens in Israel and Iran.
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- Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi warned PM Netanyahu about "unfinished business" after Netanyahu mentioned an "unfinished mission" in Iran.
- US President Donald Trump endorsed Netanyahu, stating Iran was "crushed" but needed a final push, and warned of US intervention if Netanyahu lost.
- Araghchi accused Netanyahu of dragging the US into war to escape prison, regardless of consequences.
- The US Embassy issued travel warnings for citizens in Israel and urged Americans to leave Iran due to escalating hostility.
- Araghchi confirmed Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week, though the US still demands nuclear talks.
- Netanyahu responded to Trump's endorsement, acknowledging their work against Iran but stating the mission was incomplete.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded sharply to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's statement about an "unfinished mission" in Iran. Araghchi tweeted that Iran grew stronger the last time Netanyahu sought to "finish the job" and warned, "Be careful, we also have unfinished business." He accused Netanyahu of "dragging the US into another war to escape prison," regardless of the consequences for Israel and for Trump. Amidst rising tensions, Araghchi also stated that Tehran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week remains on the table, though Washington continues to insist on including the nuclear issue in any potential agreement.
Meanwhile, the US Embassy in Israel issued a travel warning to its citizens, advising them to be aware of potential flight cancellations and urging Americans in Iran to leave due to escalating hostility, citing Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia backed by Iran. US citizens were warned of potential attacks on American targets, and those traveling to the Middle East were advised to monitor airport activity and have contingency plans.
The exchange follows a post by US President Donald Trump on his Truth social media platform, where he declared Iran "systematically crushed" and stated that if Israel had a leader other than Netanyahu, America would have to "do this job ourselves." Trump praised Netanyahu as a "great fighter" and "even greater partner for peace," noting that Iran's threats against the US and Israel had been proven correct in the past. He reiterated that if Israel elected anyone other than Netanyahu, the US would have to complete the mission alone. Trump also commended Netanyahu for his strength and resilience against significant opposition, even from within Israel.
Netanyahu responded to Trump's endorsement in a video, stating that Trump had given him "unreserved support" and acknowledged their joint efforts in confronting Iran and its nuclear ambitions. However, Netanyahu added that the "mission is not finished" and that Trump could only complete it with his "loyal servant."
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