Iran’s foreign minister has launched a scathing attack on Israel’s military expansion, accusing the country of pursuing a “doctrine of domination” in the Middle East, following what Tehran described as positive nuclear negotiations with the United States.
The sharp criticism came shortly after Iranian and American officials concluded talks aimed at addressing the long-standing dispute over Iran’s nuclear program. While both sides characterized the discussions as constructive, Iran’s top diplomat used the occasion to denounce what he called Israel’s aggressive regional behavior.
“Israel’s continued military expansion and its doctrine of domination pose the greatest threat to peace and stability in our region,” the foreign minister said in comments to the media. “While we engage in good-faith diplomacy, Israel persists in its destructive path.”
The remarks underscore the delicate balance Iran is attempting to strike as it pursues diplomatic engagement with Washington while maintaining its hardline opposition to Israel. Tehran has consistently portrayed itself as a responsible actor willing to negotiate while casting Israel as the primary destabilizer in the Middle East.
Details of the nuclear talks remain largely confidential, but sources familiar with the discussions indicated that both Iran and the US reported progress on key technical issues, though significant gaps remain. The negotiations are focused on limiting Iran’s nuclear activities in exchange for sanctions relief.
Israel, which views Iran’s nuclear program as an existential threat, has repeatedly expressed skepticism about diplomatic efforts and has vowed to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons by any means necessary. Israeli officials have conducted numerous military operations targeting Iranian positions and proxy forces across the region.
The Iranian foreign minister’s comments are likely to complicate the diplomatic process, as any agreement between Washington and Tehran would need to address broader regional security concerns, including Israel’s apprehensions about Iranian military activities and support for armed groups throughout the Middle East.
The United States has yet to respond publicly to Iran’s latest criticism of Israel, though American officials have previously emphasized that any nuclear deal must be verifiable and contribute to overall regional stability.