The Iranian President Pezeshkian stated today: "In this unjust war initiated by the United States, the Muslim people of Iraq have bravely stood alongside Iran; this stance is not determined by geography, but shaped by shared history, identity, and religious values. I extend warm greetings to the people of Iraq, its officials, and the warriors of Mesopotamia. We cherish your steadfast faith and value our common commitment."
Commentary: The Iranian President’s remarks, in essence, aim to publicly reinforce the strategic alliance with Iraq under the current war situation, leveraging religious and historical identity as a bond, strengthening the regional resistance front, and signaling to the outside world that Iran is not fighting alone. Iraq’s firm support for Iran stems from no complicated reasons—both nations belong to the core Shia Islamic bloc, sharing deep religious and identity affinity. Moreover, Iran once provided crucial assistance to Iraq during past crises, helping it withstand the shock of extremist groups, an act of kindness deeply ingrained in the hearts of the Iraqi people.
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