Iran accused the US and Israel of attempting to divide Muslim states in a bid to enhance Tel Aviv’s influence and dominance in the region

During an interview with the al-Ghad network in Cairo on Friday, the senior diplomat commented on recent developments, following his participation in the 21st Session of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation’s Council of Ministers.

He pointed to the regime’s US-supported military campaign, characterized as genocidal, and increased aggressive actions in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon, along with continuous intensified assaults on Syria’s defensive and economic infrastructure, as evidence supporting the Islamic Republic’s consistent warnings regarding the regional threat posed by the regime.

An official stated that Israel has made numerous attempts to escalate tensions across the region into a broader conflict. However, the Islamic Republic has responded to these aggressive provocations with considerable prudence and strategic insight.

In a further elaboration, Araghchi highlighted Iran’s longstanding commitment to Syria, emphasizing that the support extended over the years was aimed not at bolstering any specific leader, but rather at safeguarding the Arab nation as a whole. He underscored the importance of protecting Syria’s national sovereignty and territorial integrity against challenges posed by the Israeli regime and the threat of terrorism.

The Islamic Republic has pledged to offer guidance to Damascus on how to engage with both the Syrian populace and political opposition groups, according to a statement.

The Syrian government has asserted its autonomy, stating that its actions are independently initiated and not directed by either Iran or Russia.

Araghchi highlighted Iran’s advisory role, spearheaded by the late General Qassem Soleimani, in supporting Syrian military forces against the Daesh Takfiri terrorist organization and other extremist groups.

An official has issued a warning regarding the possible resurgence of terrorism in Syria, attributing this risk to the deteriorating situation within the Arab nation. The official emphasized that this threat extends to all countries in the region.

He further refuted claims that the Islamic Republic exerts control over resistance groups in the region, highlighting that both the nation and these groups share a common goal of opposing the Israeli regime and championing the Palestinian cause. However, he emphasized that each movement operates independently.

Araghchi commended the groups for dealing significant setbacks to the regime, even in the face of targeted assassinations of some of their leaders. He asserted that these decisive actions compelled the regime to agree to a ceasefire in Lebanon last month.

A senior official characterized the resistance as a “noble cause and revered ideology against the Zionist regime’s occupation and alleged atrocities,” asserting that the martyrdom of its leaders would not diminish the strength of these movements. Instead, he claimed they consistently regain their capabilities with increased vigor after each such incident.

He further explored the prospects of forming an Arab-Islamic coalition within the region, while also expressing commendation for Iran and Egypt’s historical and civilizational significance, acknowledging their crucial and influential roles in regional dynamics.

Araghchi emphasized that enhancing cooperation and coordination among nations aligns with the interests of all regional states and the broader Muslim community. He highlighted that Tehran consistently supports Cairo’s initiatives defending the Palestinian people and advocating for an end to Israeli regime’s actions against them.