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Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi and Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi held a phone call regarding the military attack carried out by the US and Israel against Iran and its regional and global implications.

Araghchi stressed that the attacks by the US and Israel on Iran are criminal in nature and stated that the international community’s indifference to these attacks sets a dangerous precedent for the international system.

Araghchi said: “The Islamic Republic of Iran stands with full strength and determination against the military attacks of the US and Israel and will defend itself. However, this does not remove the responsibility of the international community, especially Japan, to clearly condemn these military attacks and the war crimes committed by the aggressors.”

The Iranian foreign minister emphasized that good neighborly relations are very important for Iran, adding: “We cannot allow the United States to attack us from its bases in the region. Our defensive measures are directed not at our neighbors but at the source of the attack.”

Araghchi also said: “This war is directed not only against Iran but against the entire region, and the critical situations in the region, including the Strait of Hormuz, are the result of the military attacks by the US and Israel.”

Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi expressed condolences to the Iranian people and voiced concern over the continuation of the crisis, stressing that efforts should be made to reduce tensions. He added that he remains in constant contact with regional counterparts and will continue his efforts.