Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf sharply criticized President Donald Trump, saying he is heightening tensions in the Middle East.
On the 5th (local time), Speaker Ghalibaf said on the social media platform X that "reckless moves are driving American households into a 'living hell,'" taking direct aim at President Trump. He added, "The insistence on following Benjamin Netanyahu's demands is destabilizing the entire region."
He emphasized that "respecting the rights of the Iranian people and halting actions that escalate tensions is the only solution."
The remarks came right after President Trump mentioned both military pressure on Iran and the prospect of a deal. Earlier on social media, President Trump hinted at the possibility of striking Iran's key infrastructure and demanded the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
In an interview, he also said a deal could be reached soon but warned that, if no agreement is made, he could take a hard-line response.
As both sides trade tough words, tensions in the Middle East appear to be rising further.