Iranian Foreign Minister Threatens US: "Choose War — and See the Consequences"

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi issued an ultimatum to the White House, calling for it to meet Tehran's demands, including an end to the war on all fronts. According to him, Iran's two-day offer still stands. "Meet the demands and see results. Or you choose war, and see how our experienced and alert fighters rain fire on you," he threatened.

Araghchi spoke after the US midterm elections and warned that if Washington chooses to continue fighting instead of seeking a settlement, experienced Iranian fighters will bring "hell" upon it. According to him, American voters have made their choice, and now it is time for the White House to do its part.

The Iranian proposal offers two days of talks and demands an end to the war on all fronts and lifting of the naval blockade, in exchange for opening the Strait of Hormuz. The foreign minister published the remarks on social media, calling on President Trump to submit to Iran's demands.