Why it matters:
Iranian officials say the failure of the latest U.S.-Israeli-backed destabilization attempt demonstrates the country’s ability to withstand hybrid warfare, combining terrorism, disinformation, and street violence, orchestrated by Washington and its allies.
The big picture:
Speaking at the opening of Monday’s parliamentary session, Ghalibaf said the recent unrest was an extension of the 12-day U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
He said the U.S. president has played a direct role in escalating violence after earlier efforts failed.
Iranian authorities describe the unrest as a coordinated terrorist operation aimed at breaking public morale and destabilizing the state.
What he’s saying:
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf:
“The Leader of the Islamic Revolution carefully and compassionately dissected the dimensions of the recent American plot and clearly outlined the duties of officials and the people.”
“This sedition was ignited with the direct involvement of the U.S. president. When signs of failure appeared, he openly called on terrorists and rioters to remain in the streets and continue the chaos.”
“False claims, such as the alleged fall of Mashhad, were spread to fuel insecurity and violence, at the cost of whatever credibility remained for him.”
Go deeper:
Ghalibaf warned that such actions would constitute clear crimes in any fair international court.
He said the ultimate objective was to weaken Iran internally, open the door to territorial fragmentation, and enable foreign aggression.
Iranian officials insist that public unity and trust in leadership prevented the plot from achieving its aims.
Mojtaba Darabi - Hossein Vaez
