Strong condemnation & warning of consequences
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called the strikes a “heinous crime,” a “grave violation” of UN Charter and nuclear treaties, and declared that Iran “reserves all options to defend its sovereignty”
“All options on the table” stance
Araghchi emphasized Iran’s military and proxies across the region (Iraq, Yemen, Syria) could retaliate—but Iran’s generals would decide when, where, and how
Limited missile strikes follow-up
Iran launched over 20 ballistic missiles at Israel and targeted the U.S.–run Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. Qatar’s defenses intercepted the strikes, and no casualties were reported
Diplomatic escalation
Iran’s parliament suspended cooperation with the IAEA, signaling a step back from nuclear inspection regimes
Military readiness alert
Iran’s IRGC and Supreme Leader issued warnings—threatening U.S. bases and the strategic Strait of Hormuz—while affirming the country will respond proportionately
Iran responded firmly but cautiously—combining rhetorical threats with measured missile strikes. While reluctant to launch full-scale war, Tehran reaffirmed that “all options” are viable. Diplomatically, it further distanced itself from nuclear oversight mechanisms and signaled readiness to escalate strategically if necessary.
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