President Joe Biden’s airstrikes against Iran-aligned Iraqi militias in Syria last month was “highly dangerous” and a risk to Middle East stability, as Tehran continues to press the White House for sanctions relief, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said. Biden wants Iran to scale back its nuclear program in line with JCPOA restrictions before any sanctions relief, but Tehran has refused any new talks or concessions until sanctions are eased. In Yemen, meanwhile, the Iran-supported Houthi rebels are upping the ante against Saudi Arabia, increasing cross border attacks with drone and missile strikes against energy infrastructure and other significant targets including major cities.
