Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described U.S.-Israeli ties as a “parasitic” relationship. He said the United States had spent $11 billion in taxpayer money on missile defense for Israel over the past three years.
WHO:Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi
WHAT:Araghchi described U.S.-Israeli ties as a “parasitic” relationship.
WHEN:Reported Oct 23, 2026 at 2:36 AM ET
WHERE:Iran
WHY:Araghchi's statement was prompted by U.S. spending on missile defense for Israel, which he cited.
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