'We Have Unfinished Jobs Too': Araghchi Hits Back at Trump's Warning
Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi hits back at Donald Trump's "finish the job" warning, claiming Netanyahu is dragging the US into war to avoid jail.
The geopolitical tension between Tehran, Washington, and Tel Aviv has reached a boiling point following a series of provocative exchanges. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has issued a stern warning to US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, asserting that Iran is fully prepared to retaliate against any further escalation in the region.
A Defiant Response to Trump
The confrontation was sparked by remarks from Donald Trump, who suggested that the United States and its allies would "soon finish the job" if Tehran failed to change its current trajectory. Araghchi, taking to X (formerly Twitter), mocked the US President's ultimatum, reminding him that previous attempts to pressure Iran only resulted in the Islamic Republic emerging stronger.
In a sharp retort, Araghchi challenged the US leader, writing: "Last time you wanted to 'finish the job', Iran emerged even stronger. Want to try your luck again? Be our guest. But be careful; we have unfinished jobs too."
The Netanyahu Factor
The Iranian Foreign Minister also turned his sights toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Araghchi claimed that the Israeli leader is manipulating the United States into another conflict to secure his own personal interests. He alleged that Netanyahu is driving America toward war specifically to "stay out of jail," regardless of the potential repercussions for either Tel Aviv or Washington.
Trump's 'Great Warrior' Endorsement
This diplomatic firestorm follows a high-profile endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu by Donald Trump. On Truth Social, the US President lauded Netanyahu as a "Great Warrior Prime Minister" and a critical "Partner for Peace" in the struggle against Iran. Trump described the Israeli leader as "Strong, Brave, and Brilliant," praising his resilience in the face of years of domestic and international criticism.
Trump justified his hardline stance by citing Iran's long-standing rhetoric, specifically the "51-year-old chant" of "Death to Israel, Death to America!" He argued that such threats eventually materialize into action, making it a matter of time before Iran attempts to act on its hostility. While acknowledging that Iran has been weakened financially and militarily, Trump maintained that the danger remains active.
Netanyahu's Strategic Appeal
Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed deep gratitude for the "extraordinary endorsement," framing the upcoming Israeli elections as a pivotal moment for the region. In a video message, he presented the vote as a choice on whether to eliminate the Iranian nuclear threat once and for all.
Netanyahu praised Trump's courage in facing down what he described as a "vile, murderous dictatorship in Tehran," arguing that the strategic partnership between the US and Israel is essential for stabilizing global energy markets and stopping Iran's nuclear ambitions.