INTERNATIONAL — April 3, 2026
Iranian FM Araqchi Says US Strike on Karaj Bridge Shows Enemy's Defeat
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated that a US attack on a large bridge in Karaj signals the enemy's defeat and vowed to rebuild civilian facilities stronger. The comments followed US President Trump's call for Iran to reach an agreement after the strike.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hurriyat — 2 min read
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi responded to a US attack on a large bridge in the city of Karaj, describing the targeting of civilian facilities as a sign of the enemy's defeat.
Araqchi stated that such attacks will not force Iranians to surrender. He emphasized that civilian facilities damaged in the strike will be rebuilt even stronger, adding that the harm inflicted on America's prestige cannot be compensated.
The Iranian minister's comments came amid reports of the US strike on the bridge. Separately, US President Donald Trump urged Iran to reach an agreement following the destruction in Karaj.
Araqchi's remarks highlight Iran's resolve in the face of the incident, framing the US action as a desperate measure indicative of weakness.
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Reliability assessment
Single source reports direct, on-record statements from named high official Abbas Araqchi (Iranian FM) responding to the US attack on Karaj bridge, and attributes action/recommendation to named figure Trump; 'X said Y' from named public figures is concrete and reliable regardless of topic sensitivity.
The source language reads straight.
Independent web corroboration
A separate web search returned 8 matching reports. A selection:
- US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Israel, Kuwait oil refinery under fire from Iran missiles and drones as Trump issues new warning - The Times of Indiatimesofindia.indiatimes.com
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi ... “Striking civilian infrastructure only conveys the defeat and moral collapse of an enemy in disarray,”
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Thursday evening that striking civilian infrastructure “only conveys the defeat and moral collapse of an enemy in disarray”. Araghci’s comments came after Trump shared footage on social media ...
He argued that targeting non-military structures reflects “defeat and moral collapse” by an adversary in disarray, asserting that damaged infrastructure would be rebuilt stronger...
- Hegseth asks the Army’s top uniformed officer to step down during Iran war. See how the day unfolded. - The Boston Globebostonglobe.com
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Thursday evening that striking civilian infrastructure “only conveys the defeat and moral collapse of an enemy in disarray”. Araghci’s comments came after Trump shared footage on social media ...
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