The Iranian Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, posted today: "‘(Trump repeatedly says) massive attacks are coming… never mind, let’s talk. They want negotiations.’ This is nothing but performative diplomacy repeated over and over. Relying on intimidation, backtracking, and false public narratives as bargaining chips—this path is destined to fail. The U.S. must face reality and fulfill its commitments; we don’t need more political theater."
This statement by the Iranian Parliament Speaker exposes Trump’s habitual strategy of maximalist pressure. The U.S. frequently issues warnings about launching large-scale military strikes, then suddenly signals willingness to negotiate—essentially a recurring political performance aimed at forcing Iran to concede through military threats and media hype. Iran has long seen through this tactic, recognizing that waving the stick while talking empty dialogue lacks sincerity. Without mutual respect and genuine commitment to implementation, diplomacy based solely on force will not yield substantive results. To end the conflict with Iran, the U.S. must acknowledge Iran’s security concerns and legitimate interests. A scenario where the U.S. wins completely and Iran surrenders is unrealistic.
Original article: toutiao.com/article/1872825148595211/
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