Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed that he narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during the recent 12-day conflict with Israel. Araghchi disclosed that a bomb had been planted outside his residence, but it did not detonate or was ultimately thwarted before causing harm. The incident adds a new layer of tension to the ongoing hostilities between the two regional powers.
The foreign minister did not specify how he became aware of the threat or whether security forces had identified and neutralized the device beforehand. His warning comes amid heightened military engagement in the region, with both Iran and Israel alerting international communities about escalating threats and retaliatory actions.
Iran’s government has condemned the attack, framing it as an attempt to destabilize the country and undermine diplomatic efforts. Meanwhile, experts warn that such targeted acts of violence could lead to wider regional instability if not addressed promptly. The incident underscores the volatile state of affairs in Iran-Israel relations and the potential for further violence if tensions persist.