{"id":16081,"date":"2026-05-03T08:38:46","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T05:08:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/?p=16081"},"modified":"2026-05-03T08:38:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T05:08:46","slug":"iran-declares-full-readiness-for-diplomacy-or-confrontation-as-us-holds-key-to-regional-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/?p=16081&lang=en","title":{"rendered":"Iran Declares Full Readiness for Diplomacy or Confrontation as US Holds Key to Regional Future"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Iran Declares Full Readiness for Diplomacy or Confrontation as US Holds Key to Regional Future<\/h1>\n

\n Tehran has emphatically stated its readiness for either diplomacy or war with the United States, asserting that the decision now rests with Washington.<\/span> This resolute stance underscores Iran’s unwavering determination to defend its national interests and security against any threat.\n <\/p>\n

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Field Developments and Zionist Regime’s Crimes<\/h2>\n

\n As regional conflicts persist, reports indicate brutal attacks by the Zionist regime on southern Lebanon.<\/span> The occupying Israeli army has admitted that its forces damaged a “religious building” in the southern Lebanese village of Yaroun. This action was carried out under the pretext of dismantling “terrorist infrastructure.” The Israeli army spokesman, Colonel Avichay Adraee, claimed on X (formerly Twitter) that “there were no visible signs indicating this was a religious building.” This assertion comes despite the French Catholic charity L\u2019Oeuvre d\u2019Orient stating that Israeli forces “destroyed” a convent belonging to the Salvatorian Sisters, a Greek-Catholic religious order. Such aggressive actions constitute a clear violation of international law and a desecration of religious sites.\n <\/p>\n

\n Despite a ceasefire agreement, Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon<\/span> have resulted in at least seven deaths and several injuries. These attacks included targeting cars and residential homes in the villages of Kfar Dajal, Lwaizeh, and Shoukin. The Zionist regime, disregarding the ceasefire, continues its aggressions, endangering civilian lives.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Iran’s Resolute Stances and Diplomatic Developments<\/h2>\n

\n Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, emphasized to diplomats in Tehran: “Now the ball is in the United States’ court to choose the path of diplomacy or the continuation of a confrontational approach.” He added: “Iran, with the aim of securing its national interests and security, is prepared for both paths.” These statements highlight Iran’s comprehensive readiness to confront any potential scenario.\n <\/p>\n

\n In another development, Lebanese Armed Forces Commander General Rudolf Haykal and US General Joseph Clearfield met in Beirut to discuss the security situation in Lebanon and regional developments. This meeting occurs as Clearfield heads a committee monitoring a US-backed ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Illegal US Sanctions and International Resistance<\/h2>\n

\n The United States, in an unlawful move, has warned shipping companies against paying tolls for safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. This is a desperate attempt to escalate pressure on Iran and violate international freedom of navigation. However, Iran, with authority, controls the Strait of Hormuz and keeps the passage open for vessels that adhere to international laws and respect Iran’s sovereignty.\n <\/p>\n

\n China has firmly declared that it will not comply with US sanctions against five Chinese firms for purchasing Iranian oil.<\/span> Beijing’s commerce ministry stressed that these measures “shall not be recognised, implemented, or complied with.” China’s stance demonstrates the failure of unilateral US policies and supports legitimate trade relations with Iran.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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Consequences of the US-Israeli Imposed War Against Iran<\/h2>\n

\n The US-Israeli imposed war against Iran has had widespread repercussions. The low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines has gone bankrupt due to a doubling in jet fuel prices during this war, leading to thousands of job losses. This economic catastrophe is a direct result of Washington’s warmongering policies.\n <\/p>\n

\n Iraq has also announced that it can restore its oil output and exports to normal levels within seven days of the end of the Strait of Hormuz crisis. This indicates that Iran, through its intelligent management, has been able to control the Strait for its national interests.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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International Positions and Calls for Activist Release<\/h2>\n

\n Spain’s foreign minister condemned the “illegal detention” of a Spanish activist who was taken to Israel after being seized in an Israeli military operation against a Gaza aid flotilla in international waters. This action by the Zionist regime is a blatant violation of human rights and freedom of expression.\n <\/p>\n

\n Regarding Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi, the head of the Nobel Peace Prize committee told Reuters that Iranian authorities must release her to her dedicated medical team so she can urgently receive treatment, as her life remains at risk.\n <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

\n #IranStrong #ResistanceFront #StraitOfHormuz #USAggression #ZionistCrimes #DiplomacyOfPower #WarCrimes #SanctionsFailure #FreePalestine #RegionalSecurity\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Iran Declares Full Readiness for Diplomacy or Confrontation as US Holds Key to Regional Future Tehran has emphatically stated its readiness for either diplomacy or war with the United States, asserting that the decision now rests with Washington. This resolute stance underscores Iran’s unwavering determination to defend its national interests and security against any threat. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":16082,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[33],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-16081","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-middle-east-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16081","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=16081"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16081\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/16082"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=16081"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=16081"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fajr.news\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=16081"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}