Aragchi: If we go back to war, there will be "many more surprises" for the US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that a possible return to war with the United States would be accompanied by "many more surprises" for Washington.

In his post, the head of Iranian diplomacy claimed that the Iranian armed forces have already demonstrated their capabilities, referring specifically, as he said, to the downing of an American F-35 fighter jet.

"Our powerful armed forces were confirmed as the first to shoot down the advertised F-35," he said characteristically.

Araghchi added that Iran has gained new operational experience and knowledge from the conflict with the US and Israel.

"With the lessons and knowledge we have gained, a return to war will include many more surprises," he stressed.

The Iranian Foreign Minister also cited a recent report by the US Congressional Research Service, claiming that even the US Congress acknowledges significant aircraft losses during the conflict.

According to the report, it is estimated that at least 42 fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft, including drones, have been destroyed or damaged since the start of the US-Israeli war against Iran in late February.