Iran says resumption of war would not change its stances

TEHRAN — Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, declared on Sunday that a potential escalation of war with Israel and the United States would not alter Iran's stances on the matter. The comments come as both nations continue to threaten renewed attacks on Iran, following President Donald Trump's assertion on Friday that Washington might launch another "Epic Fury," alluding to the U.S.-Israeli campaign against Iran that commenced on February 28.

Recent discussions surrounding a new war have emerged, but Araghchi is already contemplating the aftermath. He stated during a live event in Tehran that Iran's policies remain unaltered, whether a war occurs or not. The country has faced two previous confrontations with the U.S. and Israel, each resulting in similar outcomes. If the aggressors were to attempt another confrontation, Iran warns them of the likely lack of change from the past results.

A ceasefire was declared on April 8 between Iran and the United States, effectively halting the most intense fighting, except for occasional skirmishes in and around the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a crucial pathway for global energy transportation. Such military confrontations have recently subsided. Iran asserts control over the region.