Araghchi slams US for ‘Warmongering’ as Trump declares Iran deal over

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has criticized the United States for failing to abide by the memorandum of understanding, describing Washington's stance as "a continuation of its warmongering policies."

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has criticized the United States for failing to abide by the memorandum of understanding, describing Washington’s stance as “a continuation of its warmongering policies.” His remarks come after President Donald Trump declared the US-Iran deal “over” and referred to Iran’s leadership as “scum” and “sick people” during a NATO summit in Turkey.

According to Iranian media, Araghchi criticized “the rhetoric of US officials and their acknowledgement that they were not abiding by the memorandum,” without elaborating. He further warned against any adventurism by the US military and stressed Iran’s firm resolve to defend its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national security.

The escalation follows Trump’s announcement that the ceasefire with Iran was over, citing “the continued aggression of the Iranian regime.” The US military said its latest strikes were aimed at keeping the Strait of Hormuz open after Iranian forces allegedly struck three tankers in the area. The US also revoked a license that authorized Iranian oil sales, a move that sent oil prices soaring above $80 per barrel.

Araghchi’s statement underscores Tehran’s determination to hold the US accountable for what it sees as violations of the agreement, which had been brokered by Pakistan under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. The deal had provided a brief period of de-escalation, but tensions have since escalated following Iran’s attacks on commercial shipping and the US military response.

The collapse of the ceasefire has raised fears of a wider conflict in the Middle East, with Iran warning that it will respond to any US “adventurism” with “immediate response.” As the funeral ceremonies for the late supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei conclude in Mashhad, Iran’s leadership appears to be preparing for a more confrontational posture toward the US. The coming days will be critical in determining whether diplomatic efforts can salvage the peace process or whether the region will once again be plunged into full-scale conflict. The international community has urged restraint from both sides, but with rhetoric escalating on both sides, the prospects for a peaceful resolution appear increasingly uncertain.