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Iran says it’s fighting ‘major world war,’ warns enemies won’t escape without a lesson
Iran is fighting what its parliament speaker calls a “major world war,” as accusations against the U.S. intensified Sunday.
Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, quoted by Iranian state media, suggested Washington is publicly signaling wanting to negotiate but is privately preparing for a possible ground attack.
“Our enemy speaks publicly of negotiations while secretly planning a ground attack, without realizing our forces are waiting for the Americans to enter,” Ghalibaf said.
“We are in a major world war and must prepare ourselves for a long, difficult, and complex path,” Ghalibaf said.
Ynet reported that he emphasized Iran’s military posture and declared that its missile operations would not end.
“Our launches continue, our missiles will not stop, and our determination has only grown stronger,” he warned.Ghalibaf, a 64-year-old hardliner, is reportedly among a small group of leaders consolidating power in the new regime.
He pointed to Iran-backed groups across the region as important parts of Iran’s campaign.
Hezbollah in Lebanon, he said, has become “an important and effective part of the resistance,” while allied forces in Iraq are “fighting bravely.”
He also claimed that the Houthis in Yemen have “breathed new life” into the campaign.
Ghalibaf also said Iran would not exit the war without asserting its strength.
“We will not allow our enemies to leave without demonstrating our power and turning this war into a lesson for any aggressor,” he said.
Fox News’ Emma Bussey contributed to this report.
