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Iran's Zarif Defends Nuclear Ambitions and Regional Influence

12/12/2025

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Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran's former foreign minister, said Iran plays political and military roles in the Middle East and supports resistance groups in Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon in an interview with Al Jazeera.
Zarif also addressed the persistence of Iran's nuclear ambitions, asserting that they remain intact despite pressure from the United States and Israel.
The interview sheds light on Iran's strategic positioning and defiance amid external challenges.

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Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran's former foreign minister, said Iran plays political and military roles in the Middle East and supports resistance groups in Syria, Gaza, and Lebanon in an interview with Al Jazeera.
Zarif also addressed the persistence of Iran's nuclear ambitions, asserting that they remain intact despite pressure from the United States and Israel.
The interview sheds light on Iran's strategic positioning and defiance amid external challenges.