Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has told a South Korean envoy that responsibility for the consequences of the ongoing war lies with the “aggressors.” The remarks were made during a meeting in Tehran with South Korea’s special envoy Chang Byung-ha. Iran’s Foreign Ministry shared details of the discussion on social media platform X.
According to the ministry, Araqchi referred to the United States and Israel as the parties responsible for the conflict. He stressed that any fallout from the war would be attributed to their actions. The statement reflects Iran’s continued position on regional tensions and military escalation.
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The meeting took place as part of diplomatic engagement between Tehran and Seoul. South Korea maintains economic and diplomatic ties with multiple regional actors, including the United States. The discussions come amid broader international efforts to address instability in the region.
Iran has consistently accused its adversaries of escalating tensions and undermining peace efforts. The latest remarks reinforce Tehran’s narrative regarding accountability for the conflict. No immediate response from South Korea or the United States was included in the report.
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Diplomatic exchanges between Iran and foreign envoys have continued despite heightened regional tensions. Officials say such meetings remain important channels for communication. However, the broader geopolitical situation remains highly volatile.