Iranian President: U.S. Words and Actions are "Contradictory," Increasing Iran's Distrust

Source: Global Times
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Xinhua News Agency, Tehran, March 28 - According to Iranian media reports on the 28th, Iranian President Raisi stated during a phone call with Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz that the U.S. side's "contradictory words and actions" have intensified Iran's distrust of the United States.

Reports indicate that Raisi expressed that during the nuclear negotiations, Iran "suffered military aggression twice amid dialogue and diplomatic efforts." "Today, although U.S. officials claim and promise not to attack Iran's economic and energy infrastructure, we are witnessing these (infrastructure) centers becoming targets of attacks." He said that the U.S. side's "contradictory words and actions" have undoubtedly exacerbated Iran's distrust of the United States.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category
Political-Military
SALUTE Report
Activity
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi expressed distrust towards the United States due to contradictory statements and actions regarding military aggression and economic attacks on Iran's infrastructure.
Location
Tehran · Iran
Unit
Iranian Government
Time
March 28, 2023
Equipment
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Summary

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi criticized the United States for its contradictory statements and actions that have heightened Iran's distrust. He noted that during nuclear negotiations, Iran faced military aggression and observed attacks on its economic and energy infrastructure despite U.S. assurances of non-aggression. This has led to increased skepticism towards U.S. intentions.

Key Facts
  • Iranian President Raisi criticized U.S. contradictory actions.
  • Iran experienced military aggression during nuclear negotiations.
  • U.S. officials claimed they would not attack Iran's infrastructure, yet attacks occurred.
  • Iran's distrust towards the U.S. has increased due to these contradictions.