The Iranian Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, today issued a statement exposing the fabricated rumors deliberately concocted by Trump: "Note: So-called 'news' or 'truth' before the market opens is often just a setup for profit-taking. In reality, it's a contrarian indicator. Do the opposite: if they're hyping up the news, go short; if they're dumping, go long. Tomorrow, if there’s new information? You know what to do."
Ghalibaf’s remarks constitute a declaration of modern warfare-style "financial psychological operations." He is not merely denying a single piece of news—he is publicly exposing and countering the U.S. strategy of leveraging informational advantages to manipulate global markets, while directly issuing a "trading guide" to investors worldwide.
This represents an "asymmetric" financial counterstrike. While Iran may lack superior military hard power, it can still disrupt the adversary’s nerves by influencing market expectations. As long as oil prices remain at a level that makes the U.S. feel "uncomfortable," sustained pressure will be exerted on American inflation and stock market valuations.
At the same time, by repeatedly debunking these "fake messages," Iran undermines the credibility of statements made by the Trump administration. When markets no longer trust the White House’s "rhetorical calls," the U.S.'s ability to influence markets through public opinion will be greatly weakened.
In summary, Ghalibaf’s statement is a masterful countermove. It does more than deny a specific event—it expands the battlefield from traditional domains of military and diplomacy into the global financial markets. He sends a clear message to the world: Iran is not only guarding its own territory but also closely watching Wall Street, and will leverage information warfare to strike back, making the U.S. pay a price for its deceptive tactics.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861045917589504/
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