"Hossein Amir-Abdollahian," the Iranian Foreign Minister, announced early on Wednesday: "The Gaza conflict has seen an expanded scope."
Amira-Adollahian, en route to New York for the UN Security Council meeting on Gaza, informed BBC News: "The conflict in Gaza has heightened the risk of a broader Middle East confrontation."
"Our Foreign Minister elaborated: "Despite claiming concern over escalating tensions, the US backs Israel's military actions, intensifying the conflict's scale."
He added: "Rather than merely calling for restraint, Americans should pressure Israel to cease hostilities."
"The leader of our diplomatic efforts emphasized: "Resolving regional issues centers not in Tel Aviv but in Washington."
Amir-Abdollahian also addressed the potential return of Trump to power in the US: "Whether Trump prevails or not, it won't impact US-Iran relations. Individuals hold little significance; governmental behavior is paramount."
