Iranian Government Spokesperson says "Our finger is on the trigger and our primary focus is on achieving lasting peace", Al ArabyTV reports

The statement from the Iranian Government Spokesperson suggests a heightened tension in regional stability, indicating a readiness for potential action while also expressing a desire for peace.

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