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A tragic explosion at Shaheed Rajaee Port in southern Iran has resulted in significant loss of life and injuries, with at least 70 confirmed dead and over 1,000 injured. The cause of the explosion is under investigation, and six individuals remain unaccounted for. In response, international leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, have expressed their condolences. Xi conveyed his shock and sympathy to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, while Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani also offered his condolences and prayers for the victims. China’s Foreign Ministry emphasized solidarity with Iran during this difficult time.
At the Tehran Dialogue Forum, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi discussed Iran’s negotiations with Europe, highlighting the need for mutual understanding ahead of their Istanbul meeting. He emphasized Iran’s commitment to continued dialogue, cautioning that Europe’s diminished role could impede progress. Araqchi noted the challenges posed by European nations’ distancing from Iran’s talks with the U.S. He addressed comments on Iran’s enrichment capabilities, asserting it as a significant scientific achievement and clarifying that Iran’s doctrine rejects nuclear weapons. Araqchi urged the U.S. to adopt realistic demands to facilitate successful negotiations, promoting a collaborative approach for future agreements.
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In a UN address, Iranian Ambassador Amir Saeed Iravani condemned the humanitarian crisis in the Occupied Palestinian Territory and the Syrian Golan, stressing the need for international intervention. He highlighted issues such as the expansion of illegal Israeli settlements, widespread human rights violations, and the catastrophic humanitarian toll, with significant civilian casualties. Iravani called for a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces, a permanent ceasefire, and unfettered humanitarian aid. He criticized a recent U.S. draft resolution for potentially undermining Palestinian rights and reaffirmed Iran’s support for justice and accountability in the region. He also condemned Israeli actions in Syria.
President Masoud Pezeshkian affirmed Iran’s willingness to negotiate but rejected yielding to “bullies,” emphasizing the nation’s commitment to peace in West Asia despite U.S. pressure. During a meeting in Tehran, he criticized the renewed “maximum pressure campaign” initiated by President Trump, which aims to limit Iran’s oil sales and economic activities. Pezeshkian asserted that Iran will not negotiate with those who violate human rights and maintained that the country seeks peaceful coexistence with neighboring Muslim nations. He also assured industrialists of the government’s support for economic growth amid adversarial disruptions, stating, “We are in an all-out economic war.”
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi expressed the country’s readiness to engage with the U.S. based on mutual respect, in a scheduled address at the Carnegie International Nuclear Policy Conference, which was ultimately canceled. Araqchi’s key points included Iran’s commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, opposition to nuclear arms, and advocacy for a nuclear-free Middle East. He emphasized the need for diplomacy and a new agreement that safeguards Iran’s interests post-JCPOA, while addressing misconceptions about U.S.-Iran relations. Araqchi concluded that constructive engagement requires respect for Iran’s cultural identity and historical context.