INTERNATIONAL — March 6, 2026
Iranian Foreign Minister Holds US Fully Responsible for Bloodshed Amid Ongoing Conflict
Iran's Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi blamed the US government for bloodshed from attacks on Iran, warning the conflict would become a quagmire. President Masoud Pezeshkian said diplomacy failed amid ongoing US and Israeli strikes, with over 1,000 reported deaths in Iran.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with Hasht-e Subh — 2 min read
Seyyed Abbas Araqchi, Iran's foreign minister, stated that the US government bears full responsibility for bloodshed resulting from US attacks on Iran.
On Thursday, March 5, Araqchi wrote on his X page that Iran's armed forces had prepared themselves in advance for the war. He added that the conflict would become a "quagmire" for anyone pursuing it.
Araqchi said Iran had negotiated with the US government twice, but was attacked by the US both times during the talks.
The military conflict between the US and Iran continues, with published reports indicating more than 1,000 people killed in Iran so far.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran had sought to prevent the war through diplomacy and assistance from neighboring countries, but US and Israeli military attacks left Iran with no choice but self-defense.
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Single source reports direct, on-record statements from named Iranian officials (Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi on his X page dated March 5, and President Masoud Pezeshkian) with concrete details including specific dates and quotes.
The source language mixes facts with framing or advocacy wording. Phrases like 'fully responsible for the bloodshed' (title and body) and 'quagmire' (quoted but prominently featured) add emotional framing and metaphorical intensity to blame the US.
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