Iran says any attacks on country would 'lead to another failure'

Iran warns against fresh attacks on its country, after the UN nuclear watchdog chief said he fears a possible “renewed use of force” if attempts at diplomacy with Tehran fail.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says it was not clear whether IAEA chief Rafael Grossi’s remarks were meant “out of concern or as a threat.”

“But those who issue such threats must understand that repeating a failed experience will only lead to another failure,” he adds in a video published by the foreign ministry.

Iran’s leadership has repeatedly asserted that Israeli and US strikes on its nuclear facilities during a 12-day war in June failed to do significant damage.