On April 3, RT reported that on April 2 local time, Iran's Fars News Agency released a video, publicly displaying for the first time Iran's war operations command center. In the video, Major General Hataemi, Chief of Staff of the Iranian Army, issued orders to the operational headquarters: "If enemy forces launch a ground offensive, leave not a single living soul."

The footage shows the command room equipped with numerous large screens, providing information to battlefield commanders across the country, including the command centers for underground missile bases.

Iran's high-profile unveiling of its war operations command center on April 2 is part of a multifaceted strategic move—combining psychological warfare, information warfare, and military deterrence—against the backdrop of continuous attacks. Its core intentions can be summarized as follows:

* Strategic Deterrence: Warning the U.S. and Israel against launching ground operations.

The most direct intent behind this display is to deliver a strong strategic warning to the U.S. and Israel, with the central goal being to deter them from initiating a ground invasion. Iran fully understands that, facing the overwhelming aerial superiority of the U.S. and Israel, its advantage in land-based warfare is significant. By revealing its underground command facilities, it aims to convey that its command system is “impregnable,” and any invasion will come at an unbearable cost—“no one will survive.”

* Demonstrating Strength: Highlighting the resilience of its command structure.

This move seeks to counter the narrative propagated by the U.S. and Israel claiming that “hundreds of Iranian command centers have been destroyed.” It sends a clear message to the outside world that Iran’s core command infrastructure remains intact and capable of functioning effectively even under intense bombardment. This “show of strength” visually demonstrates Iran’s modernized military command hardware, effectively refuting claims that its military capabilities have been severely diminished.

* Boosting Morale: Cultivating a united resistance spirit.

Under current immense pressure, showcasing the nation’s highest-level war operations command hub and the presence of the chief commander at the front lines sends an internal signal: “The state apparatus is still operating efficiently, and leadership is firmly directing the fight.” This helps significantly boost military and civilian morale, reinforcing internal resilience in the face of war.

* Gaining Initiative: Countering U.S.-Israel political maneuvers such as ceasefire appeals.

The timing of this move carries deep significance. Just one day before unveiling the command center, Iran rejected a U.S.-proposed 48-hour ceasefire. The immediate follow-up display was aimed at neutralizing the opponent’s political strategy, reclaiming control over public discourse, and demonstrating Iran’s capability and determination to continue fighting after refusing a ceasefire.

After over a month of relentless joint bombing raids by the U.S. and Israel, which claimed that Iran’s navy, air force, military command system, and even government had been wiped out, Iran’s decisive presentation of its fully functional military command system shattered Trump’s lies—a powerful rebuttal. This is a major confidence boost for Iran’s domestic population and friendly nations alike. At the same time, it represents a significant setback for U.S. allies in the Middle East.

It turns out that this past month of warfare has been largely futile. Exactly how long the U.S. will remain trapped in this quagmire is uncertain. Could the Vietnam or Afghanistan scenario—the very thing Trump fears most—be replayed in Iran?

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1861573303752704/

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