Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that Iran remains committed to diplomatic negotiations through the Qatar-mediated seven-day roadmap to end the US-Israeli war, but is "prepared for any scenario"; should the US choose a different path, Iran will take defense seriously. Regarding the recent US military strike on Iran's Qeshm Island, he pointed out that the acts of aggression have not yet ceased, and Iran holds the legitimate right to self-defense until the military aggression is completely and permanently ended.