Ismail Baqaei, spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reacted on the social media platform X to the German Chancellor's statements regarding the war, the nuclear program, and regional groups. In this message, he criticized Germany's positions on regional wars and also the claim of a military nuclear program in Iran.
Germany and Its Position on the War
Baqaei, in response to the German Chancellor's remarks, emphasized that it was the United States and Israel that started the war, and Germany, as a European country, has never condemned this action. This stance not only adds to existing international concerns but also reflects Germany's lack of commitment to the principles of peace and democracy. The spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also reminded that one should not overlook the groups that the German Chancellor referred to as "proxy". He considered these groups to have independent goals and decisions.
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Criticism of the Nuclear Program Claim
Furthermore, Baqaei rejected the claim of a military nuclear program in Iran, pointing out that the accusations against Iran are only made to justify the hostile and warlike policies of some Western countries. He stressed that Germany should not portray itself as a champion of peace and a moral teacher while openly supporting "dirty work". This position of Baqaei clearly indicates Iran's dissatisfaction with the double standards of some countries regarding international issues.
Ismail Baqaei specifically referred to the negative impacts of such policies on regional security and stability, noting that these policies will only lead to increased tensions. He urged European countries to pay more attention to humanitarian principles and human rights in their positions and, alongside this, to respect the existing realities in the region.
Baqaei's reaction to the German Chancellor's statements may represent a shift in Iran's diplomacy, which seeks to challenge Western positions and create a new discourse regarding the nuclear issue and regional wars. This matter could have wide-ranging implications for Iran's relations with European countries and also in the context of nuclear negotiations.
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