Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has expressed Tehran's willingness to engage in diplomatic discussions to resolve conflicts but rejected any form of 'threats and pressure' from Western nations, particularly in light of new sanctions imposed by the U.S. and European powers. He criticized the sanctions, which target Iran's aviation sector and include measures against Iran Air, asserting that they are ineffective and a failed strategy for imposing Western agendas. Araqchi firmly denied allegations that Iran supplied ballistic missiles to Russia for use in the Ukraine war, reiterating that dialogue should be founded on mutual respect. He emphasized that Iran remains open to constructive negotiations but will not engage under duress. This stance comes amid heightened tensions and ongoing sanctions, with the EU considering further punitive measures against Iran.