A blast in Tehran's Gisha district killed an Iranian nuclear scientist. Israel is suspected of carrying out the attack. Iran has refused to engage in negotiations.
Israel Iran War: A powerful explosion rocked Tehran's Gisha district this morning, resulting in the death of a nuclear scientist. This attack comes amidst already heightened tensions between Iran and Israel. Israeli media channel Kan News, citing an Israeli official, reported that the attack was carried out by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF).
Scientist the Primary Target
According to the Israeli official, the aim of the attack was to target a prominent scientist involved in Iran's nuclear program. Initial reports indicate the scientist was killed in the attack. While the Iranian government has not officially confirmed this, the incident is likely to further inflame the escalating tensions between the two countries.
Stern Warning from Iranian President
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian issued a stern warning to Israel, stating that if Israeli attacks continue, Iran will be forced to respond more aggressively. He asserted that the only path to peace is the immediate and unconditional cessation of Israeli attacks.
Iran's Clear Message: No Negotiation Possible
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made it clear that as long as Israeli attacks persist, there will be no negotiations with the United States or any other country. Araghchi stated that the US has been continuously reaching out and attempting negotiations, but Iran has refused. He said, "As long as the attacks by the Zionist regime (Israel) do not cease, there is no question of diplomacy."
Iran's Right to Self-Defense
Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran is in a state of self-defense and that this is its right. He claimed that Iranian missile strikes are only targeting military installations and that there is no intention to attack civilians or hospitals. He warned that if Israel attacks Iran's economic infrastructure, Iran will target their economic assets in return.
US Designated as an Accomplice
Iran has implicated the United States as a participant in this situation. Araghchi cited former US President Donald Trump's past statements, arguing that Trump himself admitted to "we did it," suggesting US direct or indirect involvement in these attacks.
