25.03.2026 11:00
Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bekayi stated that the diplomatic rhetoric of the Trump administration is not credible, noting that many countries have offered to mediate, but Iran is under attack from the US and Israel. Bekayi emphasized that his country will continue to defend itself.
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ismail Bekayi made striking statements regarding possible diplomatic contacts with the US. Bekayi criticized Washington's mediation rhetoric, stating that it is "not credible," emphasizing that Iran is under attack.
Speaking to India Today, Bekayi mentioned that many countries have recently intervened to mediate between Iran and the US. He stated that they are responding to these initiatives, saying, "Messages are coming, and we are responding. Our message is very clear: We continue to defend ourselves."
"THE US DIPLOMACY NARRATIVE IS NOT RELIABLE" Bekayi also addressed claims that the US is seeking negotiations, stressing that these statements are unrealistic. He pointed out that Iran is constantly under attack by the US and Israel, stating, "There are facts. Iran is being bombed continuously. Under these circumstances, the rhetoric of diplomacy and mediation is not credible. They are the ones who started and continue this war."
PAKISTAN AND REGIONAL COUNTRIES ARE INVOLVED In response to a question about Pakistan's role, Bekayi gave a positive answer. He expressed that Iran believes Pakistan is "well-intentioned," stating that Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi is in contact with diplomats from regional and other friendly countries, starting with his Pakistani counterpart.
Bekayi noted that diplomatic talks are ongoing in the region, expressing that neighboring countries are concerned about the consequences of the war and are making efforts to reduce tensions.
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Ismail Bekayi DIPLOMATIC EFFORTS CONTINUE AMID TENSION Iran's statements came in the shadow of ongoing conflicts with the US and Israel. As tensions between the parties continue, it is expected that the mediation efforts of regional countries will intensify in the coming period.
WHY DID TRUMP TURN TO DIPLOMACY? Behind US President Donald Trump's turn to diplomacy lies the risk of the conflict with Iran rapidly escalating and increasing costs. Iran's capacity to respond more harshly than expected increases the likelihood of the process spiraling out of control, while risks to the Strait of Hormuz trigger a global energy crisis. Rising oil prices and international pressure push Washington towards a more cautious line, while this step is seen as part of Trump's strategy to first exert military pressure and then return to the negotiation table.
US-ISRAEL'S ATTACKS ON IRAN While negotiations between Tehran and Washington are ongoing, Israel and the US launched a military attack on Iran on February 28. Iran responded with attacks on targets it identified in some regional countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bahrain, where US bases are located, in addition to Israel. In the US-Israel attacks, former Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, along with many high-ranking officials, was killed.