Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi leaves a cabinet session in Tehran.

Iran`s foreign minister says the nation`s internal affairs are exclusively a matter of the Iranian people, dismissing any outside interference as unacceptable.

Speaking to reporters after Wednesday`s weekly cabinet session, Abbas Araghchi stressed that Iran will not tolerate any foreign interference in its domestic affairs.

"Internal matters in Iran concern no one but the Iranian people. Any foreign attempts to interfere are unacceptable. The government is working with the people to resolve any issues, and no outside power has the right to dictate our internal affairs," he emphasized.

Turning to international diplomacy, Araghchi denounced Washington`s obstructive approach, which he said makes meaningful negotiations impossible at present.

"Now is not the right time for negotiations, and this is due to US policies. We have never abandoned the negotiating table. We are always ready for talks based on mutual interests and respect, but the US government continues to pursue a confrontational and self-serving approach," he explained.

He also highlighted Iran`s upcoming visit to Lebanon as a step toward strengthening ties with the Lebanese government and political establishment.

"This motivation exists both on our part and on the Lebanese one. An economic delegation will accompany me to strengthen trade and commercial ties ... we will promote relations to a strong and independent level, free from outside interference," Araghchi stated.

Focusing on economic resilience, the minister outlined efforts to reduce reliance on hostile powers, adding, "Our Economic Diplomacy Deputy is now the most active section of the Foreign Ministry. We are expanding trade and economic cooperation, particularly with our neighbors, to bypass the obstacles imposed by the US."

According to Araghchi, the provincial diplomacy program identifies local capacities and aligns them with regional opportunities to strengthen Iran`s economy independently. This approach has been warmly received across the country.

He concluded by reaffirming Iran`s commitment to national strength and removal of sanctions on its own terms.

"We have not forsaken our duty to remove sanctions, and we will act decisively and diligently when the opportunity arises, independent of US dictates," Araqchi said.