Khamenei Criticizes Western Demands as Excuses

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has asserted that demands from Western nations regarding Iran's nuclear program are mere pretexts to confront the Islamic Republic.

This statement comes shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump cautioned Tehran about possible renewed attacks should Iran restart its nuclear activities.

Khamenei argued that issues like nuclear enrichment and human rights are not the actual concerns of foreign powers. Instead, he claimed, the real targets are Iran's religion and scientific progress.

(With inputs from agencies.)