Washington: US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has dismissed Iran’s latest threats against Israel as “nothing new”, insisting she would judge Tehran by its actions at upcoming nuclear talks, media reported on Sunday.
Talking to reporters in Stockholm Clinton said that the US was looking forward to what the Iranians actually bring to the table in Moscow.
“We want to see a diplomatic resolution. We now have an opportunity to achieve it, and we hope it is an opportunity that’s not lost, for everyone’s sake,” she said.
The spiritual leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said on Sunday that any attack by Israel on Iran will blow back on the Jewish state “like thunder.”
The tone of his speech contrasted with optimistic statements by senior Iranian officials earlier this week about their expectations for the June 18-19 talks in Moscow between Iran and the major world powers.
The United States and other western countries suspect Iran of working to acquire a nuclear weapons capability, but Tehran insists its programme is for peaceful purposes and within its rights.
Clinton said that she had not had an opportunity to study Khamenei’s speech, but suggested it was for domestic consumption, telling reporters, “I think there is nothing new in what you’ve just reported.”
“The best way for Iran to fulfill their obligations and to dismiss the worries the rest of the world has about their intentions and actions is to come to the table in Moscow in two weeks and begin the serious work that needs to take place in order to reach a diplomatic resolution,” she said.
“We hope they will come prepared to offer very specific actions they are willing to take,” she said.
Dear TNT Reader,
At The News Tribe, our mission is to bring you free, independent, and unbiased news and content that keeps you informed and empowered. We are committed to upholding the highest standards of journalism, as we understand that we are a platform for truth.
Apart from independent global news coverage, we also commit our unique focus on the Muslim world. In an age marked by the troubling rise of Islamophobia and widespread misrepresentation of Muslims in Western media, we strive to provide accurate and fair coverage.
But to continue doing so, we need your support. Even a small donation of 1$ can make a big difference. Your contribution will help us maintain the quality of our news and counteract the negative narratives that are so prevalent.
Please consider donating today to ensure we can keep delivering the news that matters. Together, we can make a positive impact on the world, and work towards a more inclusive, informed global society.
Donate Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription