Event Brief
Iran foreign minister warns of renewed war if talks fail
Filed: May 16, 2026 at 11:05 PM ET
Summary: Abbas Araghchi said Iran is prepared to resume direct military confrontation with the US if negotiations fail.
WHO: Abbas Araghchi
WHAT: Iran’s foreign minister warned Iran is ready to resume direct military confrontation with the United States if talks fail.
WHEN: May 16, 2026 at 10:58 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: Negotiations failed to produce outcomes acceptable to Tehran.
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