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Iran Rejects Western Pressure, Warns Israel of Severe Consequences Amid Nuclear Standoff
Iran’s FM Abbas Araqchi declares Tehran won’t halt uranium enrichment or negotiate its missile program, warning Israel of “serious consequences” if attacks resume.
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by Muhammad Hashir
2025-11-01
Iran Rejects Western Pressure, Warns Israel of Severe Consequences Amid Nuclear Standoff

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has reaffirmed that Iran will neither halt uranium enrichment nor negotiate its missile program, warning that any renewed Israeli aggression will face a “serious response.”

In an interview with Al Jazeera, Araqchi said that Iran had successfully managed the June conflict with Israel, preventing it from escalating across the region. He emphasized that Tehran is fully prepared for any new confrontation, warning that “if fighting resumes, Israel will face another defeat.”

Araqchi confirmed that while some nuclear facilities were damaged during the war, Iran’s uranium enrichment technology remains intact and that nuclear material is still present in the bombed centers.

The Iranian foreign minister made it clear that Tehran would not bow to Western pressure, though it remains open to indirect talks with the United States to achieve what he called a “fair and balanced agreement” on its nuclear program. He added that Iran is willing to address international concerns, but will not make concessions “after being attacked.”

His statement followed Egypt’s diplomatic intervention, urging both Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) to resolve their standoff over inspections of Iran’s damaged nuclear facilities. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Ati said he had made separate appeals to Araqchi and IAEA chief Rafael Grossi to restore cooperation and transparency.

After the June war, Iran limited its cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, restricting IAEA access to sites impacted by bombings. Under a new Iranian law, inspections are now subject to approval from the Supreme National Security Council, effectively tightening oversight and limiting external scrutiny.

The United States and Israel had previously targeted several Iranian nuclear sites during the conflict, citing concerns over Iran’s growing enrichment capabilities. Despite this, Araqchi asserted that Iran’s nuclear program remains resilient, and Tehran will continue its activities within the framework of its national interests.
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