Zionist regime unable to take military action against Iran, spokesman says

"Once again, it portrayed the national unity of the Iranian nation in front of the eyes of the whole world and showed that the Iranian nation in all circumstances despite the hardships and enmity of the enemies and the poisoned and violent propaganda of the enemies against the revolution and the system are still in the scene in supporting the country and the progressive ideals of Imam Khomeini and supporting the Leader, and they are still in the scene in supporting independence, freedom and the Islamic Republic during the past 44 years since the victory of the Islamic Revolution," the official noted.
Kanaani noted, "It is a strong message to those who were looking for riots and chaos in Iran and those who made the country the target of their poisonous attacks, and God willing, they have received the message of the nation."

In response to a question about the President's visit to China, the spokesman stated: "The visit of Mr. President to China at the head of a high-ranking political and economic delegation is a very important development in the field of bilateral relations between Iran and China. The trip will be carried out in response to the official invitation of the President of China and, naturally, important and interesting issues of the two countries in various political, economic, commercial and cultural fields will be discussed. The president's intention to visit is of particular importance from the political field and from a political point of view, and it indicates the existence of a very suitable political atmosphere in the relations between the two countries and an emphasis on the existence of the highest political will on the part of the leaders of the two countries to expand bilateral relations in the areas of interest, and emphasizing common interests."

He said: "The capacities between the two countries in the economic field are very important. We have signed a 25-year long-term cooperation program between the two countries, and the president's visit to China can create a suitable surge in the implementation of the plans and projects foreseen and contained in this program. This program is a road map that outlines the general path and long-term horizon of cooperation between the two countries, and in this regard, several agreements have been prepared and are being finalized, and good documents will be signed within the framework of this trip between the two countries."
Kanaani stressed: "The comprehensive cooperation program of the two countries has brought good and tangible results up to this stage, and the jump in the field of commercial and economic relations between the two countries in spite of the oppressive sanctions imposed by the United States against Iranian nation and we witnessed the tangible growth of economic and commercial cooperation between the two countries."
The official said: In previous Iranian year, we exported more than 14 billion dollars to China, which has grown by 58% compared to the previous year. The amount of imports from China in this same year was slightly more than 13 billion dollars, and generally in previous Iranian year we saw about 43% growth in economic and trade relations between the two countries. China was Iran's first export destination and the second source of imports. We signed 7 documents with the aim of deepening economic, mining and export cooperation. We hope that with the President's visit and the negotiations and signed documents, we will witness more steps forward in securing the interests of the two countries in various fields."
The spokesman regarding the non-invitation of Iran to participate in the Munich conference, noted: "It seems that there has been a deliberate violation. If the purpose of holding the Munich Security Conference is to help deepen security in the regional and global spheres, not inviting some countries is a selective action with political motives, and this indicates the continuation of the wrong approach in relation to developments related to Iran, and it will be considered a violation of intent. And this action is contrary to the principle of neutrality. Especially a country like Iran, which has an important and decisive and undeniable role in the field of regional and international security, and this action means miscalculation and continuation of wrong behaviors."
Kanaani also said about the exchange of prisoners with the Americans: Minister of Foreign Affairs raised some points in this regard that could be raised in the field of media. We showed it in practice by freeing a double-national prisoner by looking at the human condition and respecting his condition, who was also suffering from an illness. Iran showed that it is ready to carry out this action as soon as possible regarding prisoner exchange with a humane perspective. Unfortunately, we did not see any mutual measures and encouragement from the American government. Iran's position in this regard is clear. We hope that the American government will take a serious and clear step to implement this exchange with this humane attitude in the practical field."

In response to a question regarding the Iraqi Foreign Minister's consultation with Iranian FM on the sanctions lifting negotiations and Fuad Hossein's consultation with US official Robert Malley about these negotiations, he stated: "Regarding the negotiation process, the official, and practical policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran is completely clear. Commitment to the path and the negotiation table for the return of all parties to the JCPOA with the priority to remove all the cruel sanctions that have been imposed against the government and people of Iran. In this framework, we moved on the path of negotiations and did what was related to us with good faith. Iran is committed to the path of negotiation, and all parties and the United States must show their good will in practice in the practical implementation of what they declare that they want to return to the agreement, and return to the path of negotiation and return to the implementation of the agreement."

The spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs added: "We do not have a direct relationship and dialogue with the American government, we use all diplomatic capacities and the path of diplomacy to realize Iran's national interests, especially in the face of sanctions lifting negotiations. Governments have already played a role in this regard in good faith, and governments are interested in playing a role using the capacity of relations with both sides of the issue. We will always welcome these joint efforts in good faith."

Kanaani stated: "If the Iraqi government wants to play a role, we will certainly look at the good intentions of this brotherly and neighborly country with serious diligence and we will use the capacities of the Iraqi government."

In response to another question about the remarks of the French Foreign Minister who called for global action against Iran's missile program, the spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said: "We reject projections and such remarks and comments does not have an impact on the process of resolving issues and disagreements and misunderstandings that exist between Iran and European parties."

He noted: "Proposing deviant issues is a distraction for not focusing on basic issues. Iran's missile activities are defensive and based on Iran's legal rights and customs and international standards and regulations, and have nothing to do with the issues that the Western parties may express, especially in the issues related to the sanctions lifting negotiations."

He said about the Leader's pardon for foreign nationals and citizens arrested in Iran: "The arrest of foreign nationals and citizens was made due to violation of national and territorial laws of Iran. Naturally, due to the violation of our country's regulations based on our laws and regulations, such people have been arrested and in this context, the judicial system has issued verdicts about them. Such people have their legal, human and consular rights, and in connection with the pardon of the supreme leader of the revolution, in connection with foreign detained citizens, the judiciary of Iran will take the necessary decision based on its own laws, powers and competencies."

In response to a question about the military maneuver between the Zionist regime and the United States, he said: "The Zionist regime has received Iran's seriousness in response to anti-security and aggressive measures many times and has tasted it in connection with the actions taken by this regime alongside the American government. Our tone is clear, any anti-security action against Iran by the US and the Zionist regime, considering that the US government is the ally and full supporter of this regime, the US must be held accountable. Our stances is clear."

Kanaani highlighted: "Any action from any source against Iran's national security will be resolutely answered by Iran. Iran will not hesitate to respond to any action taken by any party. This regime should think about its internal situation and the chaotic internal conditions and demonstrations that have been taking place inside these territories for more than 6 weeks. This regime cannot confront the freedom-loving actions of the Palestinian nation not only in Gaza and the West Bank, but also in the 48 territories. This regime is too weak to take military action against Iran and will not dare to take such action and has already tasted the hard blows of Iran."

He also said about the dissolution of Instrument in Support of Trade Exchanges (INSTEX): "It was another sign of the non-compliance of the European governments with their commitment to compensate for the illegal and unilateral withdrawal of the United States from the JCPOA. While the European governments were committed and pledged to compensate for the unilateral withdrawal of the United States and had defined mechanisms such as INSTEX, unfortunately, the European governments did not fulfill their commitment and did not take the necessary action."