Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi held separate phone calls with senior officials in Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia as tensions rose over possible new US military action. According to the report, Araqchi used the conversations to warn that Tehran would retaliate if Washington carries out fresh attacks.
The outreach came in response to threats linked to US President Donald Trump. Iran’s message, as described in the report, was that any new wave of strikes by the United States would trigger a response from Tehran, raising the stakes in an already tense regional environment.
Araqchi’s contacts with Turkish, Pakistani and Saudi officials point to a round of high-level regional diplomacy at a sensitive moment. By speaking with key neighboring and regional partners, Iran appeared to be signaling both its concerns about Washington’s posture and its readiness to react if the situation escalates.
The calls highlight how quickly diplomatic channels are being used alongside military warnings in the Middle East. With Tehran emphasizing retaliation in the event of new US attacks, the exchanges reflect growing pressure on regional capitals to monitor developments closely.
