Iran will retaliate 'with everything we have' if US attacks, senior diplomat warns

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 2 min read 100% complete by Ashley CarnahanJanuary 21, 2026 at 01:44 PM

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In a Wall Street Journal op-ed, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Iran would retaliate "with everything" if the U.S. launches another military attack. He accused the U.S. and its allies of exploiting recent unrest, which he claims was hijacked by foreign and domestic terrorists, to escalate tensions in the region. Araghchi blamed U.S. rhetoric for escalating violence during the protests, which have resulted in thousands of deaths and arrests according to the Human Rights Activists News Agency. The United Nations Human Rights Council will hold a special session to address the deteriorating human rights situation in Iran. Araghchi stated that Iran prefers diplomacy but will respond forcefully to any future attacks, risking a wider regional conflict.

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