On March 2 local time, Ali Akbar Velayati, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that Iran is prepared for a prolonged war. He emphasized that Iran will protect its people and the six-thousand-year-old civilization at all costs, making enemies regret their miscalculations. This is the most explicit and authoritative statement on the prospect of war since the U.S. and Israel launched military strikes against Iran on February 28.
Indeed, on March 2, Iran's Supreme National Security Council Secretary Velayati made a strong statement, reflecting the country's consistent stance in the face of external pressure: a firm determination to safeguard national sovereignty, national dignity, and its long-standing civilization.
By demonstrating a posture of being "prepared for a prolonged war," Iran aims to signal potential adversaries that any military adventurism or sustained pressure not only fails to make it yield, but instead would lead to a protracted struggle, thereby increasing the cost and risk of decision-making for the other side.
Within the context of emphasizing the protection of the "six-thousand-year-old civilization" and its people, such statements help to rally domestic nationalist sentiment, strengthen the legitimacy and popular support for the government's efforts to maintain national security, especially during periods of increased economic or political pressure.
It sends a signal to its regional partners and the international community (especially those involved in negotiations) that the country has an unshakable red line on core interests, and any diplomatic engagement must respect its security concerns and dignity; otherwise, the situation could spiral out of control.
Make the enemy regret it. He vowed that Iran will "spare no effort" to protect its people and the six-thousand-year-old civilization, ensuring that enemies will "regret their miscalculation."
Clearly stated that it will not negotiate with the United States, and is prepared for a prolonged war. It also accused Trump of having "delusions" and sacrificing American soldiers for Israel.
Iran's hardline stance may have surprised Americans. Trump had originally planned to withdraw after the conflict, but now it seems that getting in was easy, but getting out is not so simple. This is exactly what Trump least wants to see. Vietnam and Afghanistan have taught America a lesson.
The only country that is laughing is Israel. Its laughter is not because it has won, but because it has finally succeeded in dragging Trump into the quagmire of war. As a businessman president, Trump is more adept at calculating, but this time he has been outsmarted by Netanyahu.
Trump should stop making tough talk. It's best to withdraw as soon as possible, while it's still not too late.
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