Tehran: Esmaeil Baqaei, the spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, declared that Tehran is a responsible power in the region, asserting, 'We are not a bully, we fight bullies.' He hypothetically asked whether Iran was the one to attack the United States, bully nations like Cuba and Venezuela in the Western Hemisphere, or disrupt diplomacy on two separate occasions.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Baqaei emphasized Iran's role in the region, positioning the country as a defender against perceived aggression rather than an aggressor. The comments come amid increasing tensions and discussions about Iran's role in regional and international politics.

Baqaei's statements highlight Iran's perspective on its foreign policy and regional influence, aiming to counter narratives that depict the country as an instigator of conflict. The spokesperson's remarks are part of a broader effort by Iranian officials to clarify their stance in global affairs.