Iran’s foreign minister lashes out: Trump’s strikes betray diplomacy

This report covers the US-led strikes on Iran’s Isfahan nuclear tunnels confirmed by the IAEA, the significant damage revealed by satellite images, and Iran’s vow of retaliation targeting US bases. It also details the sharp market reactions with oil surging to $77 and stock indices falling, alongside Iran’s diplomatic condemnation accusing Trump of betrayal, highlighting escalating tensions in the Middle East.

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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi sharply criticized the recent US airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, accusing President Donald Trump of betraying diplomatic efforts.

The strikes, which targeted entrances to underground tunnels at the Isfahan nuclear complex, were confirmed by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). The agency noted, “We have established that entrances to underground tunnels at the site were impacted.”

President Trump declared the attacks a “successful” bombing operation that obliterated the sites, with Israel confirming the strikes were conducted in “full co-ordination” with the US.

Iranian officials acknowledged the facilities were hit but denied suffering a major blow. However, the strikes mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel, raising fears of broader regional instability.

In response, Iran vowed “everlasting consequences” for the US, signaling potential retaliatory actions. The country reportedly retains about half of its original missile stockpile and has a list of around 20 US bases in the Middle East as potential targets.

The IAEA’s chief, Rafael Grossi, indicated that Iran might take measures to protect its nuclear material without informing the agency, but could still respect its safeguards obligations under the Non-Proliferation Treaty.

The strikes also impacted global markets, with oil prices rising nearly 3.8% to $77 a barrel and stock futures falling amid concerns over escalating conflict.

“Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said US President Donald Trump has 'betrayed' his country.”

This development underscores the fragile state of diplomacy in the region and the heightened tensions following the US-Israel coordinated military action against Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi condemned US airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, calling President Trump’s actions a betrayal of diplomacy. The strikes, coordinated with Israel, targeted Isfahan’s underground tunnels, escalating tensions and prompting Iran to vow 'everlasting consequences' amid rising regional conflict fears.
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Key Facts
  • Entrances to underground tunnels at Iran’s Isfahan nuclear complex were hit in US military strikes, according to the UN nuclear watchdog.Al Jazeera
  • The IAEA confirmed the tunnels hit were part of the area used for storing Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile.Al JazeeraNdtv
  • Iranian officials confirmed the facilities were struck but denied major damage to their nuclear sites.NdtvBbc
  • Israel confirmed full coordination with the US in planning the strikes.Bbc
  • Satellite images analyzed by the Institute for Science and International Security showed significant damage to the Isfahan site, including underground areas.Cnn1
  • Iran vowed everlasting consequences and threatened retaliation targeting 20 US bases and using swarm attacks on US Navy warships.Bbc
  • Financial markets reacted with a 91-point drop in stock futures, a 0.15% fall in the S&P 500, a 2% drop in Bitcoin, and oil prices rising to nearly $77 a barrel.
  • Iran's Foreign Minister accused US President Donald Trump of betraying diplomacy in response to the strikes.Bbc
Entrances to tunnels at Iran’s sprawling Isfahan nuclear complex were hit in US military strikes overnight, the UN nuclear watchdog says in a statement.
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
In a statement to the UN Security Council soon after the IAEA statement was issued, the agency's chief, Rafael Grossi, appeared to confirm the tunnels hit were part of the area used for the storage of that stockpile.
Ndtv
Ndtv
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said US President Donald Trump has 'betrayed' his country.
Bbc
Bbc
A satellite image taken by Airbus shows significant damage to the Isfahan site and signs that the underground portion of the facility was hit, according to the Institute for Science and International Security, which analyzed the image.
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Stock futures fell ahead of Monday's session against Iran over the weekend by striking three nuclear sites, a move by President Donald Trump that raised oil prices and risked a bigger conflict in the Middle East. fell by 91 points, or 0.2%.
Cnbc
Cnbc
Key Stats at a Glance
Number of US bases targeted by Iran
20 US bases
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Drop in stock futures
91 points
Cnbc
S&P 500 index drop
0.15%
Cnbc
Bitcoin price drop
2%
Cnbc
Oil price rise
3.8%
Cnbc

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