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State Department slams ‘delusional’ Iran FM after he claims US and Israel fueling protests
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaks during a seminar in Beirut, Lebanon, January 9, 2026. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)
The United States says that Iran’s foreign minister is “delusional” after he accused Israel and Washington of fueling the protests that have swept the Islamic Republic.
“This statement reflects a delusional attempt to deflect from the massive challenges the Iranian regime faces at home,” a US State Department spokesperson says in response to the comments by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during a visit to Lebanon.
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