Kathmandu. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated on Wednesday that diplomacy is a tool for protecting national interests and will only be pursued when it aligns with Iran's interests.He thanked Pakistan for its mediation efforts and noted that Iran's actions were taken in self-defense against US and Israeli military aggression.He stated that Iran is closely monitoring battlefield and political developments while taking necessary steps for its national interest and security.The statement said, “Iran will defend its legitimate rights, hold the aggressors legally accountable, and demand compensation for damages incurred in the war.”According to the Fars News Agency, Baghaei further...