TEHRAN – Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has sharply criticized the United States, accusing Washington of pursuing a contradictory approach by combining military threats with calls for diplomatic engagement.
In a statement shared on X, Ghalibaf said American officials were creating uncertainty by alternating between warnings of possible military action and statements expressing readiness for negotiations.
“First, they announce that a major attack is coming, and then they say they want talks. This is a repeated diplomatic performance,” Ghalibaf said, arguing that such actions undermine trust and credibility.
The Iranian official claimed that threats, political pressure, and what he described as misinformation campaigns cannot produce a sustainable diplomatic outcome. He called on the United States to move away from what he characterized as a policy of intimidation and instead respect previous agreements and commitments.
Ghalibaf’s comments reflect Tehran’s broader criticism of Washington’s policies toward Iran, particularly regarding sanctions, regional security issues, and nuclear negotiations. Iranian officials have repeatedly argued that meaningful dialogue requires mutual respect and the removal of pressure measures.
The statement comes amid renewed tensions between Iran and the United States, as both sides continue to exchange strong rhetoric while diplomatic channels remain a key focus for avoiding further escalation.
Regional observers say the ongoing confrontation highlights the difficult balance between military deterrence and diplomatic efforts in managing one of the Middle East’s most sensitive geopolitical disputes.
