Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, emphasized in a post on the X platform that the Iranian nation will stand firm "to the last drop of blood" against anyone who attempts to decide its fate.

In his message, written in English, Araghchi stated: "Once again, the Great People of Iran are exhibiting their Remarkable Strength and Resilience to the world."

He added: "The Wave after Wave of Patriots who took to the streets in Iran to honor military commanders, scientists, researchers, and civilians—including women and children murdered in cold blood by the Cowardly Israeli regime—all have one message: Unlike the Feeble Israeli regime, we do NOT hide our losses; we are PROUD of our MARTYRS, who are our role models. For every fallen officer or scientist, Rest Assured 100 More Are Lining Up To Take Their Places."

Araghchi concluded: "Until the Last Drop of Blood, the Powerful and Resilient Iranian Nation will Resist whoever attempts to decide OUR destiny."

This statement comes as Iran held a grand funeral service for those martyred in the 12-day aggression by Israel and the US against the Islamic Republic.

Mojtaba Darabi