PANews reported on March 6th, citing NBC News, that Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi stated in an interview on Thursday that Iran is prepared to respond to a US ground invasion as the war between Iran, the US, and Israel rapidly spreads throughout the region. Araqchi rejected any negotiations with the US and stated that Iran has not demanded a ceasefire. When asked if he was worried about a possible US ground invasion, Araqchi's tone was firm and provocative. "No, we are waiting for them," he added, "because we are confident we can confront them, and that would be a catastrophe for them." Araqchi also stated that despite the US and Israel launching attacks across Iran, Iran has not demanded a ceasefire. "Even last time, we did not demand a ceasefire. Last time, it was Israel that demanded a ceasefire. After we resisted their aggression for 12 days, they demanded an unconditional ceasefire." He was referring to the 12-day military operation launched by Israel and the US against Iranian nuclear facilities last June.