Former Supreme Leader of Iran's Senior Assistant: Beware of Negotiations Becoming a Pretext for Extending the War

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, April 20 - Mohsen Qomi, a senior assistant to the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei of Iran, said on social media on the 20th that one must be wary of negotiations turning into a strategy of "war of attrition" and a pretext for prolonging the conflict.

He stated that under the current circumstances, any misjudgment by the adversary would trigger "ultimate punishment," with consequences that could extend beyond the regional scope and alter the future global landscape.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
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Activity
Warning against negotiations being a facade for prolonging the war
Location
Tehran
Unit
Iranian leadership
Time
April 20, 2023
Equipment
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Summary

Iran's former Supreme Leader's senior assistant, Mohabber, warned that negotiations could serve as a tactic to prolong the war. He emphasized that any misjudgment by adversaries could lead to severe repercussions, affecting the global balance of power. This statement was made on April 20, 2023, in Tehran.

Key Facts
  • Iran's former Supreme Leader's senior assistant warns against negotiations being a tactic to prolong war.
  • Any misjudgment by opponents could trigger severe consequences.
  • The implications of the current situation may extend beyond the region.