US says Iran claim of fueling protests is ‘delusional’

The United States on Friday said that Iran’s foreign minister was “delusional” after he accused Israel and Washington of fueling the protests that have swept the Islamic republic.“This statement reflects a delusional attempt to deflect from the massive challenges the Iranian regime faces at home,” a US State Department spokesperson said in response to the comments by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during a visit to Lebanon.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Read more:‘Iran is in big trouble’: US President Donald TrumpIran FM says US, Israel directly intervening’ in protests