Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has condemned U.S. President Donald Trump's harsh criticism of Iran as a 'vulgar provocation.'
On July 8, during a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Trump strongly criticized Iran's leadership, stating, 'It seems the memorandum of understanding with Iran is over,' and referred to the country as 'garbage' and 'disgusting people.'
In response, Araghchi stated on X (formerly Twitter), 'We will respond to vulgar provocations not with words but with actions,' suggesting the possibility of further retaliation against the U.S.
He added, 'We do not respond to vulgar language in the same vulgar manner; we will only show bold action and bravery without fear.'
The exchange comes amid military tensions surrounding attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. has conducted airstrikes against Iran for two consecutive days, while Iran claims to have targeted U.S. military facilities in the Middle East.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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