PakPulse247.com Web Desk — Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has sharply criticized US support for Israel, saying that “Israel First always means America Last” during remarks linked to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Araghchi claimed that the Pentagon is hiding the real financial impact of regional conflicts and alleged that decisions connected to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have already cost the United States nearly 100 billion dollars.
According to the Iranian foreign minister, the reported losses are four times higher than official public claims. He further stated that the indirect financial burden on American taxpayers is even greater, alleging that costs linked to regional policies have reached nearly 500 dollars per month for an average American household.
The comments come amid continuing tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, with growing international attention on military spending, regional conflicts, and diplomatic disputes across the Middle East.
No immediate official response from US or Israeli authorities regarding Araghchi’s latest remarks had been widely reported at the time of publication.
FAQs
What did Abbas Araghchi say?
Abbas Araghchi said that “Israel First always means America Last” while criticizing US support for Israel and discussing alleged financial costs.
What claims did Araghchi make about US spending?
He claimed the United States has suffered nearly 100 billion dollars in losses linked to decisions involving regional conflicts and support policies.
Did Araghchi mention the Pentagon?
Yes. He alleged that the Pentagon is hiding the true financial impact of the situation.
Has the United States officially responded?
No major official response from US authorities had been publicly reported at the time of publication.