Iranian envoys reject negotiations under fire

Iranian ambassadors to Italy and Spain have warned that Israel is pushing for a wider regional war and ruled out any negotiations while airstrikes continue, calling instead for an immediate halt to hostilities.

Iran’s envoy to Rome, Mohammad Reza Sabouri, told Italian news agency Adnkronos that Israel is seeking escalation, not diplomacy, and described the country’s military actions as a violation of international law.

“We are not ready to negotiate under bombardment,” Sabouri said, but added that Iran remains open to talks with the United States once the violence stops, as long as peaceful nuclear development is not compromised.

He also cited Italy’s potential to play a constructive role and welcomed the idea of Russian mediation.

Separately, Iran’s ambassador to Spain, Reza Zabib, echoed the message, saying the war could end swiftly “if the aggressor is stopped,” referring to Israel.

Speaking to Spain’s COPE Radio, Zabib said Iran is acting in self-defense and called for accountability and reparations if the conflict ends.

Both diplomats emphasized Iran’s right to respond under Article 51 of the UN Charter, while asserting that any sustainable peace must involve guarantees to prevent future attacks.