The Tehran Times has reported that Israel planned to stage a destructive attack within the United States and falsely implicate Iran to sway American public opinion in favor of military action. Iranian officials said they uncovered the plot after receiving intelligence from an allied nation. According to the report, Tehran warned U.S. authorities and helped prevent the planned explosion.

Following the end of the 12-day deadly conflict between Israel, Iran, and the U.S., Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem publicly expressed renewed loyalty to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Speaking in a video message, Qassem praised Khamenei’s courage and wisdom, emphasizing widespread support around Iran’s leadership amid ongoing tensions. Hezbollah, a Palestinian armed group, has consistently backed Tehran since Israeli and U.S. airstrikes began, reaffirming its commitment to stand with Iran under Khamenei’s guidance.

Iran has not made any decision to resume nuclear talks with the United States, said Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, dismissing claims made by former U.S. President Donald Trump.

“There are currently no indirect talks with the U.S.,” said Araghchi. “Even when the U.S. supported Israeli attacks on Iran and directly bombed our nuclear sites, they were still attempting negotiations.”

He added, “They tried to lure us into giving up our national rights. In times of crisis, they enabled Zionist aggression and pushed us toward war. During negotiations, they betrayed diplomacy. These experiences will guide Iran’s decisions regarding any future nuclear talks.”

Iran’s powerful Kheibar Shekan ballistic missile, dubbed the 'monster missile', recently struck southern Israel, highlighting vulnerabilities in Israel’s celebrated Iron Dome defense system. Designed to carry multiple warheads over long distances at high speeds, the missile challenges Israel’s ability to intercept simultaneous threats. While a ceasefire has brought temporary relief, the looming threat of Iran’s vast missile arsenal remains. Despite advanced defenses, Israel faces growing concerns over its ability to counter such sophisticated weaponry in future conflicts.

Since mid-June, Iran and Israel exchanged missile strikes, escalating tensions. The U.S. launched attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites, prompting Iran to retaliate by targeting the U.S. Al Udeid base in Qatar. Despite warnings of a revenge cycle, the conflict quickly de-escalated with a ceasefire declared hours later. Strategic U.S. troop withdrawals and Qatar’s diplomatic balancing between the U.S. and Iran helped prevent further escalation, protecting vital regional infrastructure and maintaining stability in the Gulf.

Iran has formally protested to the United Nations against the recent U.S. attack on its nuclear site, directly rejecting America’s justification of self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter. Iran’s UN representative, Amir Saeed Iravani, called the U.S. action a violation of Iran’s sovereignty and inconsistent with global norms for peaceful nuclear energy use. He described the attack as a clear misinterpretation of international law and contradictory to the fundamental principles of the United Nations.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has issued a strong warning following recent attacks by the US and Israel on Iran’s nuclear facilities. He stated that Iran is more prepared than ever, with its “finger on the trigger” ready to respond destructively to any aggression. Criticizing the IAEA for not condemning the attacks, Iran has suspended cooperation with the agency and vowed to accelerate its peaceful nuclear program. Lawmakers condemned foreign interference and celebrated the halt of conflict after strong Iranian resistance.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has declared the recent missile and drone strikes on US military bases a significant success. He warned that any future aggression against Iran would provoke a harsh response, including the possibility of repeated attacks on American military installations. Khamenei emphasized that Iran will never surrender despite external pressures and accusations related to missile and nuclear programs. Tehran insists it will respond firmly to any interference with its territory or interests, highlighting escalating tensions between Iran, the US, and its allies.

Iran has expressed deep gratitude to Bangladesh for its support during the recent Middle East conflict. In a statement from its Dhaka embassy, Iran praised Bangladesh’s condemnation of Israeli aggression and acknowledged the support shown by Bangladeshi citizens, civil society, and political leaders. The embassy described this solidarity as a reflection of Bangladesh’s commitment to justice, freedom, and regional sovereignty. Iran emphasized that resistance to aggression is both a legitimate right and a humanitarian duty requiring global unity.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stated that the United States failed to achieve any success in the recent Iran-Israel war, claiming that Iran emerged victorious and dealt a “hard slap” to America. He alleged that the U.S. directly entered the conflict to protect Israel from complete destruction. Responding to former President Trump’s past comments demanding Iran's surrender, Khamenei said, “Iran will never surrender. Our nation is strong.” He warned that any aggression against Iran would come at a heavy cost and praised Iran’s military for striking at Israel’s core targets.

The Iranian Embassy in New Delhi has expressed deep gratitude to the people of India for their moral support during Iran’s 12-day war with Israel. The embassy acknowledged the solidarity shown by Indian citizens, politicians, NGOs, religious leaders, academics, journalists, and civil society. According to the embassy, these gestures reflect a shared commitment to global justice and awakened conscience in the face of military aggression supported by Israel and the U.S.

Iran’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Amir Saeed Iravani, harshly criticized the Security Council’s failure to respond to Israel’s attacks on Iranian soil. Calling the assault a blatant violation of international law, he opposed the Israeli delegation’s participation in council sessions. He commended Qatar for its diplomatic efforts and accused the U.S., UK, and France of hypocrisy—maintaining vast nuclear arsenals while remaining silent on Israel’s violations. Iravani also noted that Israel has not allowed inspections of its nuclear weapons program.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the nation's unity and resistance, saying that victory over the Zionist regime was earned through the collective strength and courage of the Iranian people. In a national address, he stated, “This historic victory belongs to the great nation and civilization of Iran.” He condemned the Israeli aggression as unjustified and reiterated Iran’s commitment to resolving misunderstandings over its peaceful nuclear program through diplomacy.

Iran’s Foreign Ministry denounced NATO Secretary General for congratulating what it called a “particularly heinous act of aggression” against a sovereign nation. Spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said, “It is disgraceful, shameful, and irresponsible. Supporting an injustice is a moral failure; supporting a crime makes one complicit.”

Iran's Ministry of Health reported that at least 627 people have been killed and 4,870 injured during two weeks of Israeli airstrikes. Tehran and Kermanshah provinces suffered the highest casualties, while Khuzestan, Lorestan, Isfahan, Markazi, East Azerbaijan, Hamedan, Zanjan, and Gilan also reported significant damage. Among the fatalities, 86.1% died at the scene, and 13.9% succumbed to injuries en route to hospitals.