Iranian Official Denounces US-Israeli Meeting on Nuclear Ambitions
Tehran, Iran – An Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, has vehemently condemned a recent meeting between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, labeling it as an illegal attempt to obstruct Iran’s nuclear program.
Baghaei’s Outburst
In a statement to reporters on Monday, Baghaei denounced the meeting as a violation of international law and an effort that Washington, D.C., and Tel Aviv are powerless to prevent. "When it comes to a country like Iran, they cannot do a damn thing," he asserted.
Baghaei’s remarks specifically targeted the meeting between Rubio and Netanyahu in Jerusalem on Sunday, which reportedly focused on Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Israeli Confidence
Netanyahu, for his part, expressed growing momentum between the US and Israel in curtailing Iran’s nuclear program. "I have no doubt we can and will finish the job," he told reporters after the meeting.
Baghaei’s Rebuttal
Baghaei sharply disputed Netanyahu’s optimism. "You cannot threaten Iran on one hand and claim to support dialogue on the other hand," he said.
Israeli Military Actions
Baghaei’s comments follow Netanyahu’s boasts of successful Israeli military operations against Iranian proxy groups in the Middle East, including the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas. "We can and will finish the job," the Israeli prime minister declared.
Analysts’ Concerns
Some analysts have expressed concerns that Israel’s increasingly bellicose rhetoric could hinder President Donald Trump’s stated interest in reaching a peace deal with Iran.
Rubio’s Perspective
Rubio described the US-Israel meeting as part of President Trump’s "bold" plan for Gaza, characterizing Iran as the primary obstacle to peace in the region. "The president has also been very bold about his view of what the future for Gaza should be. Not the same tired ideas of the past, but something that’s bold and something that, frankly, took courage and vision in order to outline," he said.
Netanyahu and Trump’s Shared Vision
Netanyahu also emphasized a "common strategy" with Trump regarding Gaza, which includes the complete elimination of Hamas as a political and military force.
Trump’s Gaza Plan
Last week, Trump suggested removing Palestinians from Gaza so that the territory could be developed under US ownership. Despite widespread criticism, he has maintained his commitment to the plan. "I’m committed to buying and owning Gaza," Trump stated. "As far as us rebuilding it, we may give it to other states in the Middle East to build sections of it, other people may do it, through our auspices. But we’re committed to owning it, taking it, and making sure that Hamas doesn’t move back."
US-Israel Arms Deal
The US-Israel meeting also served as a symbolic gesture. During the visit, the US dispatched a shipment of heavy bombs and munitions to Israel, fulfilling Trump’s promise from last month. An Israeli defense official hailed the shipment as a significant asset for the Air Force and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), further solidifying the alliance between the two countries.
Conclusion
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has vehemently denounced the recent US-Israel meeting on nuclear ambitions, calling it an illegal attempt to thwart Tehran’s goals. Israeli officials, however, remain confident in their ability to curtail Iran’s nuclear program. Meanwhile, President Trump’s Gaza plan has garnered mixed reactions, with some analysts expressing concerns about the potential for further conflict and displacement.
