Gate News message, April 20 — Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Baghaei stated on April 20 that Iran will not accept any ultimatums or deadlines in defending its national interests. Baghaei emphasized that Iran did not initiate the current conflict, and military actions taken during the war are solely for legitimate self-defense of national sovereignty. Defensive operations will continue as needed.
Baghaei warned that if the United States or Israel undertakes any new aggressive actions, Iran’s armed forces will respond with full force.
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