Amid the ongoing protests in Iran against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi on Monday (January 12, 2026) turned a call to Britain and asked it not to interfere in Iran’s internal affairs. At the same time, the Iranian Foreign Ministry also summoned the ambassadors of Britain, Italy, Germany as well as France and showed them videos of the ongoing protests in the country. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron has also made a big demand.

Foreign Minister Araghchi shared the post on X

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi wrote in a post shared on the social media platform X on Monday (January 12, 2026), ‘This evening I spoke on the phone with the Foreign Secretary of Britain. I made it clear to him that under international legal obligations Britain is obliged to ensure the security of Iran’s Consulate and Embassy in London. If Britain fails to fulfill its duty to protect diplomatic missions, Iran will have no option but to expel its staff.

In phone conversation with the UK Foreign Secretary this evening, I made clear that the UK is per international legal obligations dutybound to ensure the safety and security of Iran’s London Consulate and Embassy. If the UK cannot uphold its duty to protect diplomatic missions,… pic.twitter.com/Dd7YBfNsiW

— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) January 12, 2026

He said, ‘I also urged Britain not to interfere in Iran’s internal affairs, including not to take action against Israel-backed terrorists operating as news organizations. Ofcom has clear rules and regulations regarding incitement to violence and glorification of terrorism. The UK government should take steps to ensure compliance with its domestic laws.

Ambassadors of UK, Germany, Italy and France summoned

According to Iranian state media reports, Iran’s Foreign Ministry called the ambassadors of Britain, Germany, Italy and France to the ministry, so that they could be shown footage of the violence carried out by the rioters. The ministry summoned the ambassadors of countries that had declared their support for the protests and the protesters and openly supported the protesters.

According to the report, during the meeting the Iranian Foreign Ministry presented photographs of violent actions taken by rioters, stressing that these actions went beyond the limits of peaceful demonstrations and were organized sabotage. Tehran requested ambassadors to pass the photographs directly to their respective foreign ministers and also demanded the withdrawal of official statements made in support of the protesters. Iran stressed that any political or media support is unacceptable and is a direct interference in Iran’s internal security.

Macron put forward demand amid protests

Meanwhile, amidst the ongoing protests in Iran, French President Emmanuel Macron has put forward a demand to the Iranian government. Macron said, ‘I condemn the government violence that is targeting without discrimination those Iranian women and men who are courageously demanding respect for their rights.’ He said, ‘Respect for fundamental freedoms is a universal need and we stand with all those who protect these freedoms.

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In Iran, people are on the streets for the fifth consecutive day on Friday (January 2, 2026) against inflation and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. So far 6 people have died in this protest. US President Donald Trump’s statement regarding this once again seems to create an atmosphere of instability in the region. Trump said, ‘If Iran shoots at peaceful protesters and kills them brutally, which is their custom, then America will come to their aid and is ready to move forward. Iranian officials have also strongly warned against US interference in the country’s internal affairs.

American interference will cause disturbances in the region: Iran

Iran’s national security chief Ali Larijani said on social media platform X that American interference will cause chaos in the entire region and harm American interests. Ali Shamkhani, a close advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, described Iran’s national security as a red line. This week, dozens of protesters took to the streets in about 21 states of Iran.

Our forces know where to attack: Iran

Meanwhile, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, ‘People affected by the transient exchange rate in Iran have recently been protesting peacefully, which is their right. We have also seen isolated incidents of violent rioting, including attacks on a police station and throwing of Molotov cocktails at police officers. Given President Trump’s deployment of the National Guard within US borders, he should be well aware that criminal attacks on public property cannot be tolerated.

Iran’s Foreign Minister called Trump’s statement reckless and dangerous. He said, ‘Like before, the people of Iran will not accept any interference in their internal affairs. Our forces are prepared and know exactly where to attack in case of any violation of Iranian sovereignty.

Violent demonstrations in about 21 states of Iran

Iran’s semi-official news agency Fars claimed that protesters clashed with police, throwing stones at policemen and setting cars on fire. Some armed people took advantage of the protests taking place in the city. Police later confiscated weapons from some people. According to media reports, the wave of violent protests has reached about 21 states of Iran.

This is being described as the biggest protest in Iran after 2022. The biggest reason for this protest is the economic crisis. The inflation rate in Iran has reached 42.2 percent. Especially the prices of food items have increased by 72 percent.

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Iran’s Foreign Minister Syed Abbas Araghchi reacted on social media platform X regarding the US President’s comment. He said, “US President Donald Trump should stop hurting the feelings of crores of true followers of Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.”

We will not allow anyone to decide our fate- Araghchi

He said, “The complexity and perseverance of the Iranian people is seen in our magnificent carpets, which are weaved of countless hours of hard work and patience. But our basic spirit as a country is very common and clear that we know what our price is, we give importance to our freedom and we will never allow anyone to decide our fate.”

Irani Foreign Minister spoke on Iran-Israel’s struggle

At the same time, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has also given a statement about the military struggle of Iran-Israel. Araghchi said, “The great and powerful people of Iran showed the world that the Israeli rule had no other way than to run away with his daddy to avoid our missiles.”

During this time, the Iranian foreign minister also issued a warning. He said, “If someone leads to misunderstanding and big mistakes, Iran will not hesitate to show its true potential. That ability will definitely end any misconception about Iran’s strength.”

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