Iran's Parliament Speaker Kalibaf: Ready for War, But Diplomacy is Also Crucial

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammed Bagher Ghalibaf emphasized the importance of his country being prepared for war under all circumstances. Ghalibaf also stressed the need for effective use of diplomacy and negotiation to protect national interests. The Iranian Parliament Speaker claimed that the Washington administration aims to eliminate the Islamic Republic of Iran and divide the country. Ghalibaf stated that his country must always be ready for war, citing

We must fight at the cost of our lives to protect our security and national interests when necessary. At the same time, we must also use diplomacy and negotiation tools to implement and make our national interests permanent. We should understand that we are waging an existential war with the US, which aims not only to overthrow the Holy Islamic Republic but also to divide our beloved country. The enemy's strategy has not changed.

. Ghalibaf pointed out that there should be a balance between military methods and diplomacy. He noted that both war and negotiation are methods to protect national interests. Ghalibaf clarified that negotiation at this stage does not mean surrender.