VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-10-24
“wait for permission to defend itself”
Fatemeh Mohajerani · said 2026-10-24 · reported 2026-10-24
Mohajerani said Tehran would not wait for permission to defend itself amid fears of resumed military action.
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