NewKerala.com

Iran Warns US Over "15-Point Plan," Vows It Will "Never Be Humiliated"

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has strongly condemned a reported US "15-point plan," framing it as a disguised plan for ground invasion and vowing Iran will not be humiliated. Simultaneously, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that the US and Israel might try to widen the conflict through false-flag operations or coercing other nations. The statements come as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated a response from Tehran to the US proposal could arrive imminently. Rubio also called for allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz in a post-war scenario.

Key Points: Iran Slams US "15-Point Plan," Warns Against Invasion

  • Iran accuses US/Israel of invasion plans
  • Rejects US diplomatic pressure
  • Warns of false-flag operations
  • Awaits response to US proposal
  • Stresses international legal obligations
2 min read

"We will never be humiliated": Iran Speaker Ghalibaf slams US '15-Point Plan'

Iran's leaders accuse the US and Israel of planning a ground invasion under diplomatic guise, rejecting pressure and warning of false-flag operations.

"The enemy talks of negotiations but plans a ground invasion. The US seeks in a 15-point list what it couldn't win in war. - Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf"

Tehran, March 29

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday accused the United States and Israel of planning a "ground invasion" under the guise of diplomacy, warning that Tehran will not yield to pressure, according to Iranian state media Press TV.

As quoted by Press TV, he said, "The enemy talks of negotiations but plans a ground invasion. The US seeks in a 15-point list what it couldn't win in war. Our forces are ready, and we will never be humiliated."

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that the United States and Israel may seek to widen the scope of the ongoing conflict by drawing in other countries or staging "false-flag operations", according to the Iranian media, Press TV.

Araghchi made the remarks during a phone call with his Greek counterpart, Georgios Gerapetritis.

As quoted by Press TV, Araghchi cautioned that Washington and Tel Aviv could attempt to expand "unprovoked aggression" against Iran "by compelling other countries to participate in the aggression or conduct false-flag operations against third countries."

According to Press TV, he also emphasised that countries have legal obligations under international law to prevent their territories or resources from being used to plan or support acts of "aggression".

Earlier on Friday (local time), US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that a response from Tehran to the US proposal aimed at ending the conflict in the region could come "at any moment", while also urging US allies to play a greater role in securing the Strait of Hormuz in the post-war period.

Speaking after a G7 foreign ministers' meeting here, Rubio said Washington is awaiting a reply to a 15-point proposal put forward by the administration of US President Donald Trump.

"We haven't gotten it yet. Look, we've got messages. We've had an exchange of messages and indications from the Iranian system, whatever is left of it, about a willingness to talk about certain things," Rubio said, noting that key details remain unclear regarding potential negotiations.

"Who was it that we would be talking to? What will we be talking about, and when? When will we be talking?" the US Secretary of State added.

According to Rubio, clarity on these issues could come soon.

"Those answers could be coming at any moment," he said, suggesting it may happen as early as today or tomorrow.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

P
Priya S
This is worrying. Any escalation near the Strait of Hormuz will directly impact global oil prices and our economy. India gets a significant amount of oil from that region. I hope diplomacy prevails. Our government must engage with all sides to ensure stability.
R
Rohit P
The language from both sides is so aggressive. "We will never be humiliated" sounds like something our leaders might also say when facing external pressure. The posturing never ends, while common people just want peace and stable livelihoods.
S
Sarah B
While Iran's concerns about sovereignty are valid, their support for proxy groups in the region can't be ignored. A balanced approach is needed. India has managed relations with both Iran and the US skillfully so far, and must continue that tightrope walk.
V
Vikram M
The accusation of "false-flag operations" is serious. We've seen how intelligence narratives can be constructed. India should advocate for transparent, multilateral dialogue under UN auspices, not unilateral actions by any power.
K
Karthik V
Honestly, both sides share blame. The US list of demands seems like an ultimatum, not diplomacy. But Iran's rhetoric also fuels the fire. As a developing nation, India's primary interest is regional stability for trade and energy security. Let's hope cooler heads prevail.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50