Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran seeks no escalation but reserves its right to legitimate defense in response to Israeli airstrikes on October 26. Speaking in Pakistan, he emphasized that Iran will respond ‘in due time’ and in a ‘calculated manner.’ His comments follow a series of retaliatory strikes between Iran and Israel, spurred by recent conflicts involving Hamas and Hezbollah. Pakistan’s Finance Minister condemned Israel’s military actions, highlighting regional concerns over the conflict, particularly after the deadly October 1 missile exchanges.