Iranian Defense Ministry Warns of Escalation Consequences and Calls for Meeting Legitimate Demands

The Iranian Ministry of Defense affirmed on Saturday that the continued disregard for the legitimate demands of the Iranian people will result in severe losses for adversarial parties. The Ministry's official spokesperson noted that exiting the current cycle of conflict requires acknowledging and fulfilling the country's rights, both diplomatically and on the ground. The Ministry warned that persisting in current policies and ignoring national and international interests will increase the costs and damages resulting from ongoing tensions, calling for a review of stances to avoid further escalation in the region.