
Iran has pledged to respond to Israel's recent strikes on the country, which resulted in the deaths of five individuals, while emphasizing that it does not desire a broader conflict. President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Iran is committed to defending its people and nation's rights and will provide an appropriate response to what it perceives as Israeli aggression.
Despite the strong rhetoric, Iranian officials have reiterated that they are not actively seeking war. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that Iran will react to any Israeli aggression at the right moment.