Israel-Iran War: We are open to oil deal with Iran, says Trump

US President Donald Trump on June 24 said both Israel and Iran wanted to stop the war and it was an 'honour' to destroy Tehran's nuclear assets.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tuesday that his country was not seeking nuclear weapons but will continue to defend its "legitimate rights" as a ceasefire took hold with Israel.

"We expect you to explain to them, in your dealings with the United States, that the Islamic Republic of Iran is only seeking to assert its legitimate rights," Pezeshkian said during a phone call with United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed, according to the official IRNA news agency. He added that Iran was "ready to resolve the issues... at the negotiating table."

China's foreign minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday that Beijing supports Iran in achieving a 'genuine ceasefire', as Israel accused Tehran of violating a fragile truce.

"China supports Iran in safeguarding its national sovereignty and security, and, on that basis, achieving a genuine ceasefire so that people can return to normal life," Wang told his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in a phone call.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tuesday that it will respect a ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump provided that Israel also upholds its terms.

"If the Zionist regime does not violate the ceasefire, Iran will not violate it either," Pezeshkian said during a phone conversation with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, according to the presidency's website.

China can continue to buy Iranian oil, US President Donald Trump said Tuesday in what appeared to be relief for Tehran from sanctions Washington has previously imposed to punish the trade.

"China can now continue to purchase Oil from Iran. Hopefully, they will be purchasing plenty from the U.S., also," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social platform as he travelled to a NATO summit in The Hague.

Here are the top developments from the Israel-Iran conflict so far:

-Both Israel and Iran violated ceasefire with strikes on each other's region

-Trump expressed his unhappiness at both the countries, especially at Israel for violating the ceasefire agreement

-Trump asked Israel to "not drop those bombs" on Iran

-Netanyahu said Israel refrained from further strikes after call with Trump

-Trump said the nuclear capability of Iran is gone and he is not aiming for regime change in Tehran

-Soon after Trump's ceasefire "in effect" announcement, reports said that loud explosions were heard in Iran

Iranian media reported Tuesday that an Israeli strike the day before had killed a senior commander of Iran's Basij paramilitary force, linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

"The commander of Basij counterintelligence protection forces was martyred in a Zionist regime attack," the Fars news agency said, citing a statement from the IRGC.

Explosions rang out in Tehran on Tuesday despite U.S. President Donald Trump saying Israel had called airstrikes off at his command to preserve an hours-old ceasefire.

Two witnesses reached by telephone in the Iranian capital said they heard two loud explosions. Israeli army radio said Israel had struck an Iranian radar site near Tehran.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said Israel had carried out no further strikes after Netanyahu spoke to Trump.

Israel "refrained" from further strikes on Iran on Tuesday after a call between US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Netanyahu's office announced.

Trump had angrily accused both Iran and Israel of violating the ceasefire he had announced late on Monday but hours later he posted that it was now in effect.

"Following President Trump's conversation with Prime Minister Netanyahu, Israel refrained from further strikes," a statement said.

US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he didn't want to see "regime change" in Iran amid its conflict with Israel, adding that it would cause "chaos."

"If there was, there was, but no I don't want it. I'd like to see everything calm down as quickly as possible," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One. "Regime change takes chaos, and ideally we don't want to see so much chaos."

Several Iranian media outlets reported on Tuesday afternoon the sound of explosions in the country's north, after US President Donald Trump said an Iran-Israel ceasefire was now "in effect".

The Etemad and Ham Mihan newspapers said explosions were heard and air defences were activated in Babol and Babolsar, two towns about 200 kilometres (124 miles) northeast of Tehran on the Caspian Sea.

The source of the explosions was not immediately clear.

Iranian and Israeli media reported new Israeli airstrikes on Iran on Tuesday, despite U.S. President Donald Trump having said Israel had called them off at his command to preserve an hours-old ceasefire.

Two explosions were heard in the capital, the judiciary news outlet Mizan reported. Israeli army radio said Israel had struck an Iranian radar site near Tehran.

The strikes took place minutes after Trump said Israel had called off its attack in response to his command.

US President Donald Trump says, "Iran will never be able to rebuild its nuclear facilities. From there? Absolutely not. That place is under rock. That place is demolished. The B2 pilots did their job better than anybody could have imagined..."

The ceasefire between Iran and Israel has offered major relief to India, which has over $100 billion worth of trade with the Middle East countries and is heavily dependent on energy imports from the Gulf region, experts said.

They said that reduced geopolitical tension lowers the risk premium, stabilises freight costs, and enhances predictability in shipping routes for Indian goods via the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow but key passage between Iran and Oman.

A ceasefire between Iran and Israel is now "in effect", US President Donald Trump said Tuesday, moments after he accused both countries of violating the truce.

"ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran. All planes will turn around and head home, while doing a friendly 'Plane Wave' to Iran. Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect!" Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, shortly after telling reporters at the White House that he was "really unhappy" with Israel for breaking the deal.

Oil prices sank and stock markets jumped Tuesday, even as uncertainty reined over a Israel-Iran ceasefire. In volatile trading, crude futures slumped more than five percent after US President Donald Trump's declaration of a ceasefire.

The oil market went on to reduce its losses, however, as Israel and Iran accused each other of breaking the ceasefire -- news confirmed by Trump.

Despite tensions igniting once more, oil prices were still down more than three percent by early afternoon trading in Europe.

Mediator Qatar's said Tuesday it was working on resuming Gaza ceasefire talks in days, urging Israel not to exploit a truce with Iran to "unleash everything it wants to unleash" on the blockaded strip.

"We are still continuing our efforts, and God willing, we will try to look for an opportunity during the next two days for having indirect negotiations between the two parties... We hope that the Israeli side will not exploit the ceasefire with Iran to unleash what it wants to unleash on Gaza and continue its bombing of" the strip, said Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani during a joint press conference with his Lebanese coutnerpart.

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that both Israel and Iran violated a ceasefire he announced hours earlier and he was not happy with either country but especially Israel.

Speaking to reporters before leaving for the NATO summit in The Hague, Trump said Israel "unloaded" right after agreeing to the deal. He also said Iran's nuclear capabilities are gone.

Qatar's prime minister said Tuesday Doha will pursue "diplomatic and legal measures" against Tehran following an Iranian attack on the US Al Udeid base hosted in the Gulf state.

"The violation of Qatar's sovereignty is unacceptable, and all diplomatic and legal measures will be taken. We hope that the matter will be contained as soon as possible and that this chapter will be behind us," Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani said.

US President Donald Trump on June 24 blamed both Iran and Israel for ceasefire violations. Trump urged Israel to "not drop those bombs", saying the act will be considered a "major violation".

"ISRAEL. DO NOT DROP THOSE BOMBS. IF YOU DO IT IS A MAJOR VIOLATION. BRING YOUR PILOTS HOME, NOW!," he said in a post on Truth Social soon after it was reported that both sides violated the ceasefire.

Moreover, during an interaction with reporters, said he "didn't like Israel unloading right after the ceasefire was agreed", Iran International reported.

Air India on June 24 announced that it will resume the flights to West Asia 'progressively' as the airspace in the region reopens gradually. The airline said most operations to and from West Asia is set to restart from June 25. Significantly, it said flights to and from Europe, which were earlier cancelled, are being reinstated from today.

"Flights to and from Europe, previously cancelled, are also being progressively reinstated from today, while services to and from the East Coast of the U.S. and Canada will resume at the earliest opportunity. Some flights may experience delays or cancellations due to consequential impacts and extended re-routings/flight times, but we are committed to minimising disruptions and restoring our schedule integrity."

Qatar's prime minister on Tuesday said Iran's missile strikes targeting the US base on Qatari soil were an "unacceptable" attack on the country.

"The attack on the State of Qatar is an unacceptable act, especially that the State of Qatar has been making great diplomatic efforts in order to have the situation deescalated," Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani told reporters.

IndiGo airlines have reported that flight operations in an out of Gulf nations have stabilised and are operating as scheduled.

However, due to ongoing airspace restrictions over Iran, certain flights may be rerouted, potentially leading to extended travel times. Passengers are advised to regularly check their flight status for the most up-to-date information

We remain committed to supporting you throughout your journey and ensuring a smooth travel experience. We appreciate your continued patience and trust as we prioritize your safety and comfort, said IndiGo

Amid claims of Tehran's ceasefire violation, Iranian state-affiliated media outlets are denying reports that Iran launched missiles at Israel following the implementation of a ceasefire between the two nations earlier in the day.

“The news that Iran fired missiles at the occupied territories after imposing a ceasefire on the Zionist regime is denied,” read a post on the semi-official ISNA news agency’s Telegram channel.

State-linked outlet Nour News also echoed the denial, pushing back against Israeli claims that two missiles had been intercepted after being launched from Iranian territory.

Meantime, a third evacuation flight carrying 268 Indian nationals from Israel landed in Delhi this afternoon, as part of Operation Sindhu, the Centre's ongoing mission to bring back citizens amid the Israel-Iran conflict.

The Indian Air Force’s C-17 Globemaster aircraft took off from Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt and touched down at 11:00 am.

With this latest batch, a total of 594 Indian citizens have been repatriated safely so far under the operation.

Operation Sindhu is being coordinated by the Ministry of External Affairs with support from the Indian Air Force and diplomatic missions in Israel and Egypt.

Sirens have rung out across northern Israel after the military detected and intercepted two missiles fired from Iran.

Following the alert, the army instructed residents to take shelter, but later confirmed it was safe to emerge around 15 minutes after the initial warning.

>> US President Donald Trump announced early today  that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran was “in effect.” Both Iranian and Israeli media had earlier acknowledged the truce, though exact terms and timelines remained unclear.

>> Hours later, Tel Aviv officially confirmed acceptance of Trump’s ceasefire proposal, stating it had “eliminated an immediate and dual existential threat”.

>> Despite the ceasefire, Israel reported that Iran launched multiple missiles early in the day.

>> Following the overnight barrage, Israel reopened its airspace this morning. The Israel Airports Authority had closed the airspace temporarily amid multiple waves of Iranian missile attacks.

>> Brent crude and WTI both plummeted by over 5% following Israel’s announcement that it had accepted the ceasefire deal, signaling global markets' hopes for de-escalation.

>> Less than two hours after the ceasefire announcement, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz accused Iran of a “blatant and utter violation” of the ceasefire and announced that the IDF would continue “intensive operations targeting regime assets and terror infrastructure in Tehran.”

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has accused Iran of a "blatant and utter violation" of the ceasefire agreement.

"In coordination with the Prime Minister, I have instructed the IDF to continue the intensive operation targeting regime assets and terror infrastructure in Tehran," Katz said in a statement.

The comments come just hours after the ceasefire between Israel and Iran officially went into effect this morning.

The Israeli military intercepted two missiles launched from Iran on Tuesday, according to an official from the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) cited in a CNN report.

The interception came just hours after a ceasefire between Israel and Iran was declared “in effect” earlier in the day.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has, meanwhile, welcomed the ceasefire announcement.

Taking to microblogging site X, von der Leyen said, “It’s an important step towards restoring stability in a region in tension. This must be our collective priority.”

She also called on Tehran to engage seriously in a credible diplomatic process moving forward.

In the meantime, China has called on Iran and Israel to seek a “political resolution” to their conflict, after Israel confirmed it had accepted a ceasefire proposal put forward by President Trump.

“The Chinese side calls on relevant parties to return to the correct path of political resolution at an early date,” Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said during a press briefing.

Guo noted that military action cannot bring peace, asserting that "dialogue and negotiations are the right path to solving problems."

Israel has reopened its airspace following a night of intense missile barrages from Iran, the Israel Airports Authority announced a while ago.

The country’s airspace had been temporarily closed after multiple waves of Iranian missile strikes targeted various regions, just hours before the ceasefire was scheduled to take effect.

Normal flight operations are now resuming, signaling a step toward stabilization after nearly two weeks of hostilities between the two arch-rivals.

Meanwhile, Iranian state television is reporting that an Israeli airstrike killed a prominent nuclear scientist overnight in northern Iran, just hours before Trump announced the ceasefire was taking effect between Israel and Iran.

According to the report, Mohammad Reza Seddighi Saber was killed at his parents' home in Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh, a city in northern Iran.

Saber was reportedly under U.S. sanctions for his alleged involvement in Iran’s nuclear program.

In a grim turn, Iranian media noted that his 17-year-old son was also killed in an earlier strike on their residence in Tehran several days ago.

Global oil prices have slumped sharply following Israel's announcement that it has agreed to a ceasefire proposal brokered by Trump aimed at ending hostilities with Iran.

Brent crude dropped 5.0% to $67.93 per barrel around 0640 GMT, while West Texas Intermediate (WTI), the U.S. benchmark, also slipped 5.1% to $65.01 per barrel.

The market reacted swiftly to news of a potential de-escalation in the Middle East conflict, which had threatened to disrupt global oil supply chains.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu just confirmed that Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Iran, following U.S. President Trump's proposal

In a brief statement, Netanyahu said Israel had accepted the terms of the ceasefire after consultations with top military and security officials.

The agreement marks a major development in efforts to halt hostilities between the two regional adversaries, who have been engaged in over 12 days of escalating conflict.

Iran's retaliatory missile barrage late Monday evening appeared to be more of a calculated signal than an act of war.

According to reports, both the Qatari government and U.S. military were informed in advance of the strike, allowing the evacuation of personnel from the American air base near Doha.

The missiles were intercepted midair, and no casualties were reported.

Geopolitical analysts say the advance warning to Doha and Washington suggests Iran's intent was to stage a retaliatory act that would satisfy domestic audiences while avoiding further escalation.

The Israeli military announced that civilians may now leave areas near bomb shelters, following a situational reassessment in the wake of multiple Iranian missile attacks that killed four people in the country’s south.

The announcement came shortly after President Trump declared that a ceasefire between Israel and Iran was now in effect.

Meanwhile, President Trump announced that the ceasefire between Israel and Iran is officially in effect, urging all parties to respect the agreement.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote in capital letters, “THE CEASEFIRE IS NOW IN EFFECT. PLEASE DO NOT VIOLATE IT! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES!”

Israel's Magen David Adom rescue service has confirmed that four people were killed in an Iranian missile strike, revising an earlier toll of three.

The missile hit a residential building in the southern city of Beersheba, where emergency teams continue to search through the rubble.

>> President Donald Trump declared in the wee hours today that a “Complete and Total” ceasefire between Israel and Iran would begin around six hours from his announcement, approximately 12 a.m. ET Tuesday (7 a.m. in Israel). However, details of the agreement remain scarce, and there has been no official confirmation from the Israeli government on whether it has agreed to the terms.

>> Following this, Iranian state media confirmed that a ceasefire had been “imposed on the enemy” following the country’s military response to U.S. aggression. The anchor claimed Trump requested the truce in a “begging-like manner.” No exact timing for the ceasefire was provided. Meanwhile, Trump stated that both Israel and Iran independently approached him about peace.

>> However, despite talk of a truce, Iran launched a fresh wave of missiles a few hours back. One missile struck a residential building in the southern Israeli city of Beer Sheva, killing three people, according to emergency services. Additional missiles were reportedly seen over Jerusalem, and Israel’s air defense systems intercepted projectiles over Haifa.

>> In retaliation, Israel launched overnight airstrikes on Tehran. Iranian state media has confirmed the attacks.

>> Three people were killed and several others injured in Iran's missile strike on southern Israel.

>> Later Monday evening, prior to the ceasefire declaration, Iran fired missiles at the U.S.-run Al Udeid airbase in Qatar. The facility had been evacuated days earlier, and no casualties were reported as Qatari air defenses successfully intercepted the missiles. Iranian officials had reportedly given Qatar advance notice of the strike.

>> As per diplomatic sources cited by CNN,  Qatar played a central role in mediating talks between the U.S. and Iran.

Meanwhile, in Asian trading, oil prices continue to decline today after Iranian state media announced the ceasefire agreement, helping calm investor concerns over likely disruptions to global oil supply.

U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped by 2% to $67.13 per barrel, reaching its lowest level in nearly two weeks.

On the other hand, Brent crude, the international benchmark, fell 1.8% to $67.17 a barrel.

The easing geopolitical tensions between Iran and Israel appear to be contributing to the retreat in crude futures, as markets react to

signs of de-escalation in the region.

Tehran’s state broadcaster IRIB is reporting that Iran has launched a fresh wave of missile strikes toward Israel.

In a brief post on its Telegram channel, IRIB states, “Fourth salvo of missiles fired from Iran toward Israel,” without providing further details on targets or timing.

The renewed missile barrage comes amid heightened regional tensions and follows Trump’s declaration of a phased ceasefire between Iran and Israel.

According to the U.S. president, Iran was to halt hostilities first, followed 12 hours later by Israel, culminating in a formal end to the conflict after 24 hours.

Indian carriers have suspended or rerouted flights to the Middle East as tensions escalate in the region.

Air India has halted services not only to the Middle East but also to Europe and five destinations across the U.S. and Canada.

Several inbound flights from North America are either returning to their point of origin or being rerouted to avoid closed airspace.

Air India Express, which operates flights to over 15 destinations in the Gulf region, also suspended services.

IndiGo, meanwhile, said it is gradually resuming operations as some airports across the region begin reopening.

Other Indian airlines, including SpiceJet and Akasa Air, also issued advisories warning of potential disruptions.

Three people were killed after a missile struck a residential building in the southern Israeli city of Beer Sheva, Israel’s emergency services confirmed a while ago.

Magen David Adom (MDA), Israel’s national emergency medical service, reported that the victims included a man in his 40s, a woman in her 30s, and a man in his 20s, all of whom were initially critically injured and later succumbed to their wounds.

An MDA spokesperson added that six others sustained injuries ranging from light to moderate and were receiving medical treatment, as per a CNN report.

The IDF earlier said it had identified missiles launched from Iran and issued alerts instructing residents across affected areas to take cover in bomb shelters.

As night descends on Tel Aviv, the city’s metro stations and underground car parks transform into makeshift sanctuaries, offering refuge from yet another wave of Iranian missile attacks.

Since the conflict erupted on June 13, many residents without home shelters have sought safety beneath the city streets.

Hundreds now spend their nights on mattresses provided by local councils, accompanied by their pets, children, and whatever they can carry.

With over 60% of Israeli households lacking access to reinforced shelters, according to NGO Latet, the underground has become a lifeline.

Some residents receive emergency SMS alerts, followed by sirens, giving them only minutes to find cover.

Even in the depths, life goes on—people chat, play games, or scroll through their phones for news. Many children, unaware of the true danger, see it as an adventure.

Tel Aviv, Israel’s economic and cultural hub, has borne the brunt of Iran’s missile barrage.

While censorship limits details, officials confirm at least 50 impacts nationwide, with 24 deaths reported so far.

Yet for many residents, safety comes not from advanced defense systems, but from the solidarity and resilience found below ground.

Israeli military confirmed a while back that it is actively intercepting missiles launched from Iran, shortly hours after the ceasefire d eal as announced by President Trump.

“A short while ago, sirens sounded in several areas across Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel,” the IDF said in a statement shared on Telegram around 5:00 a.m. local time (0200 GMT).

The IDF did not specify the exact timing of the launches but confirmed defensive systems were engaged to neutralise the threat.

The missile attack came shortly after President Trump declared a phased ceasefire deal between Israel and Iran, set to begin at 0400 GMT, with Iran expected to halt operations first. The continued launches raise fresh doubts over the implementation of the agreement.

The Israeli military announced a while ago that it had detected missile launches from Iran and activated its air defense systems in response.

“Moments ago, sirens were heard in multiple regions across Israel following the identification of missiles launched from Iran toward the State of Israel,” the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement.

The IDF added that the Israeli Air Force was actively working to intercept the missiles and “strike where necessary to eliminate the threat.”

The latest alert comes shortly after Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi indicated that Iran’s military operations might be winding down, saying strikes had continued until 4 a.m. Tehran time and suggesting a halt was possible if Israel ceased its own attacks.

Despite those remarks, tensions remain high, with missile sirens sounding and interception operations underway in Israel. It is now approaching 6 a.m. in Iran, two hours after the proposed deadline Araghchi had referenced for a potential end to Iran’s retaliation.

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi also appeared to suggest that military operations against Israel may have concluded, thanking Iran’s armed forces for their efforts and confirming that strikes continued “until the very last minute.”

In his post on X, Araghchi wrote, “The military operations of our powerful Armed Forces to punish Israel for its aggression continued until the very last minute, at 4 a.m.”

The message follows his earlier statement that Iran would cease its military response if Israel stopped its strikes by 4 a.m. Tehran time.

His latest remarks came just minutes after that deadline passed, shortly after 4 a.m. in Israel.

“Together with all Iranians, I thank our brave Armed Forces who remain ready to defend our dear country until their last drop of blood, and who responded to any attack by the enemy until the very last minute,” he added.

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has said there is currently little prospect of reviving the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), amid mounting conflict in the Middle East.

In an interview with Russian daily Izvestia published early today, Ryabkov said, “I do not see at the moment, conditions for restoring the [Iran deal],” while stressing that this does not mean diplomacy should be abandoned. “Quite the opposite. Now is the time to redouble our efforts to reach decisions that could help stabilise the situation.”

Notably, Ryabkov's remarks came just before U.S. President Trump announced the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran following more than a week of escalating airstrikes, including American strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

IndiGo, early this morning, issued an updated travel advisory stating that it is cautiously resuming operations to Middle Eastern destinations as airports in the region gradually reopen.

The airline said it is 'prudently and progressively' restoring services on affected routes while closely monitoring the evolving situation.

IndiGo added that it is carefully assessing the safest available flight paths to ensure secure and seamless travel for its passengers.

Qatar Airways has confirmed the reinstatement of its flight operations following the reopening of airspace in the State of Qatar.

The airline announced that services, which had been temporarily impacted due to recent regional tensions, are now operating normally.

Qatar Airways thanked passengers for their understanding and assured that safety remains its highest priority.

Amid the quickly spiralling situation in the region, Emirates has issued a customer advisory confirming that, despite heightened regional tensions, its operations remain unaffected.

On June 23, several Emirates flights were rerouted while en route to Dubai as a precautionary measure, but none were diverted from their destinations.

The airline stated that it conducted a thorough risk assessment and will continue flying as scheduled, using routes that are safely distanced from areas of conflict. Emirates emphasized that the safety of passengers and crew remains its top priority.

Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has denied reports of a formal ceasefire with Israel, stating that no agreement has been reached to halt hostilities.

He, however, suggested that Iran may suspend its military operations but only if Israel ends its airstrikes by 4 a.m. Tehran time.

Posting on X, Araghchi noted, “Israel initiated the war against Iran — not the other way around.”

He dismissed any suggestion that a mutual ceasefire had been finalized, declaring, “There is currently no agreement to cease military operations.”

Despite the firm denial, Araghchi offered a potential off-ramp to the fighting -- if Israel ceases its attacks by the specified time, Iran would not continue its military retaliation.

“Should Israel stop its unlawful aggression by 4 a.m. local time, we have no intention of continuing our response,” he said.

With the deadline nearing, it was approaching 4:30 a.m. in Tehran at the time of his remarks, Araghchi added that a final decision on Iran’s military posture would be made later.