In a statement on X, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi notes that, “every time a diplomatic solution is on the table, the US opts for a reckless military adventure.

“Is it a crude pressure tactic? Or the result of a spoiler once again duping POTUS (President of the United States) into another quagmire?” he asks.

Araghchi adds that Iranians will not bow to pressure, but diplomacy “remains the victim”.

“Also, the CIA is wrong. Our missile inventory and launcher capacity are not at 75 per cent compared to Feb 28. The correct figure is 120pc,” he adds, citing an excerpt from a media report.

“As for our readiness to defend our people: 1,000pc.”

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