Araghchi Warns US and Israel Against Renewed Confrontation

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the United States and Israel against renewed confrontation, saying Iran had “unfinished jobs” and challenging them to “try your luck again.” His comments followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s public endorsement of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ahead of Israel’s October 27 parliamentary election. In a post on X, Araghchi referred to an earlier attempt to defeat Iran, saying the country had emerged stronger. He also accused Netanyahu of pushing the United States toward another war to avoid jail. That assertion was Araghchi’s allegation; the statements reported do not independently establish Netanyahu’s motive. Trump endorsed Netanyahu on Truth Social, praising his leadership and partnership with Washington in confronting Iran. Trump also said the United States might have to act itself if Israeli voters chose a different leader. Netanyahu thanked Trump for the support and presented their partnership as important to confronting Iran. The election outcome was not known as of October 19. The exchange came amid continuing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Araghchi said Iran’s proposal concerning the Strait of Hormuz...