Why it matters:
This statement aims to clarify the situation following recent incidents at the port, countering misinformation and reinforcing national security narratives amid some rumors about the cause of the explosion.
The big picture:
The denial of military cargo at Shahid Rajaee Port comes in the context of ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region, where misinformation and rumors about the cause of the explosion can escalate conflicts and affect public perception.
What he's saying:
Brigadier General Talaei Nik asserted, “According to investigations and documentation, there has been and will be no imported or exported cargo for military fuel or purposes in the vicinity of the Shahid Rajaee Port. Some of the news fabrications are part of a targeted media campaign by foreign outlets to align with the psychological operations of our enemies.”
The spokesperson highlights the role of Iranian intelligence in countering enemy psychological operations.
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