Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated on Thursday he would hold consultations with Lebanese officials over escalating threats posed by Israel, after arriving in Beirut for a two-day visit.

A news agency has denied reports circulating on social media that Turkey is evacuating its citizens from Iran.

Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said the era in which countries could rely on the loyalty and sacrifice of global powers has passed, arguing that recent international developments show expectations of steadfast support are no longer realistic.

Large crowds gathered on Thursday in the western Iranian city of Ilam to attend the funeral procession of Lieutenant Ehsan Aghajani, a security officer who was killed during an armed clash with rioters in Malekshahi County earlier this week.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned interventionist and deceptive remarks by American officials regarding Iran’s internal developments, stressing that the statements reflect Washington’s continued hostility towards the Iranian nation aimed at creating unrest and insecurity in the country.

Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian acknowledged public dissatisfaction and said the government bears responsibility for current challenges, urging officials not to blame external actors such as the US.

Abdolnaser Hemmati has been officially appointed as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Iran following a vote by members of the cabinet during the government’s meeting on Wednesday.

Rescue authorities in Iran have announced the successful conclusion of operations following a collapse of an iron ore mine in central Iranian Yazd Province, confirming that the incident resulted in no fatalities.