Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Tehran’s military actions are directed exclusively against the United States, not its regional neighbors.
The minister indicated that following the conclusion of the current conflict, Iran intends to engage in dialogue to "restore trust" with surrounding Middle Eastern countries.
Additionally, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the destruction of US military equipment in Jordan, signaling a geographic expansion of the conflict.
This diplomatic framing seeks to compartmentalize the escalating military confrontation with Washington from broader regional stability.
The remarks come as markets continue to price in heightened geopolitical risk in the Persian Gulf.
Recent Handelsavisen coverage noted that Iran announced retaliatory strikes against targets linked to the United States, marking a significant escalation following US military operations in the region.
Additionally, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported the destruction of US military equipment in Jordan, signaling a geographic expansion of the conflict.