Iran Says US Has No Authority to Define Terrorism
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei claims the United States lacks credibility to set terrorism standards.
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said Tuesday that the United States, which he characterized as "the world's main trainer and promoter of terrorism," lacks authority to establish definitions of terrorism.
The statement reflects longstanding tensions between Tehran and Washington over counterterrorism policy and designations of militant groups.
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- US has no authority to define terrorism: Tehran — IRNA (Iran)
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