It is evident that the US interests are not identical to the interests of Israel. It is clear that the American President, Trump, wants an agreement with Iran before the upcoming World Cup, while, conversely, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu wants to sustain the war to remain in power. Netanyahu is accused of a multitude of scandals and is the most hated prime minister in Israel. Meanwhile, Iran, in a harsh message, emphasizes that it will break the US naval blockade in Hormuz if negotiations fail.
A message from hell: Iran will break the US naval blockade in Hormuz if negotiations fail
A senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran and former commander of the IRGC (Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps) stated that the Iranian military will not hesitate to decisively break the naval blockade imposed by the US in the Strait of Hormuz if negotiations fail. Iran remains committed to diplomacy but will not hesitate to break the naval blockade if negotiations fail. "For now, we are pursuing our goals through negotiations.
However, given that the naval blockade constitutes a violation of our rights, we do not accept this situation and will certainly break any naval blockade." The former IRGC commander added that Iran will never allow its legitimate rights to be violated. He said that Iran is fully committed to serious diplomatic efforts to secure its legitimate rights but is much more determined and ready to defend its sovereignty with overwhelming force if necessary. "We are serious about negotiations, but we are even more serious about our defense." He emphasized that Iran seeks victory through diplomacy, on the battlefield, and by protecting its national interests.
America was stripped bare internationally
"In negotiations, we show the world what America really is and based on what principles it actually operates. Merely revealing the true face of America, its repeated violations of agreements, the violation of international law, and the disregard for human rights, is in itself a victory for Iran." The former IRGC commander emphasized: "We want to win in negotiations, in war, and in self-defense." Commenting on the repeated claims of US President Trump regarding the desire for an agreement with Iran, he stated: "Any agreement is possible only if the rights of the Iranian people are fully respected under international law and the UN Charter."
"Only under these conditions can an agreement be reached." He expressed deep skepticism regarding reaching a genuine agreement with the US, citing the well-known inconsistency and submission of Trump to the Zionist regime. "Trump does not demonstrate the necessary courage in negotiations. At times, he is influenced by public opinion manufactured by the Zionists. He tells us one thing and then takes it back. He is not essentially a man of negotiations. He is simply incapable of negotiating."
"The management of the Strait of Hormuz is under our control and trade through the Strait of Hormuz is free, provided that ships comply with the transit regulations defined by the Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard," he stated. "Trade remains open, but military transit will not be permitted under any circumstances. We consider Iran responsible for the security of the Strait of Hormuz and the Persian Gulf. Therefore, Iran will never waive its rights in the Strait of Hormuz."
The agreement between the US and Iran is closer after the latest strikes against Israel
Sometimes war is more effective than diplomacy in solving problems, reports the Iranian side. Israel had no choice but to respond militarily to Iran, which struck in a harsh manner. But now, on the eve of the World Cup, Trump may have a greater motive to stop the war and sign an agreement quickly, regardless of Netanyahu's objections. Israel rejected Trump's red line, and now perhaps an agreement with Iran, regardless of his reservations, is more likely.
Iran: An agreement with the US is impossible without the lifting of sanctions and the release of assets
An Iranian official emphasized: There will be no agreement without the release of frozen funds and the lifting of sanctions. An Iranian official stated in an interview with the Al Jazeera News Network: If our frozen funds are not released and the sanctions are not lifted, no agreement will be possible.
According to the Iranian official, Washington has made some changes to the draft memorandum of understanding, and this is unacceptable. Any violation of the ceasefire can affect the negotiations, and Iran will not hesitate to address it seriously. The Iranian official emphasized: Stability and security in the region cannot be achieved except through the existence of a real deterrence mechanism against aggression.
Sardar Qaani (Quds Force): A new security zone is being created with Hormuz, Bab al-Mandab, and the Red Sea
The commander of the Quds Force, Sardar Qaani, emphasized: From the Strait of Hormuz to the Strait of Bab al-Mandab, and from the Persian Gulf to the Red Sea, there will be a new security zone of resistance.
Epic dumping of Netanyahu by Trump: If you start a new war with Iran… I am abandoning Israel
The American President, Trump, proceeded with an epic dumping of Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu: "I told Netanyahu that if he starts a total war against Iran, I will abandon him." In an interview with the Israeli Channel 12, the US President stated: "I managed to reduce the scale of the attack on Iran. We are close to an agreement and Iran is also interested in signing it."
According to Shafaqna, citing Al Jazeera, Trump added: "Israel informed us very late about the attacks on Iran, but in the end, I managed to limit their scope." "Iran wants an agreement and this agreement could be reached soon." Axios also cited an American official who said: "Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Israel's attack on Beirut."
American AH-64 Apache crashed in Hormuz – Crew safe, cause of the crash unknown
An American AH-64 Apache attack helicopter crashed on Monday near the Strait of Hormuz, according to the New York Times (NYT). According to information, both crew members were rescued. It remains unclear so far whether the helicopter was shot down or if the crash was caused by a technical failure. Investigators are examining whether the helicopter was shot down by Iranian fire, if there was a mechanical failure, or if something else happened.
There are no conclusions yet. If the Apache was shot down by Iran, then it is the closest point this war has come to the private "red line" set by Trump: the death of American soldiers. Trump also referred to the incident, claiming that "the pilots are fine, no one was injured," while pointing out that detailed information about the fall of the helicopter will be provided by the Pentagon.
Deterrence rules are changing; how Iran drastically changed the balance of power in the Middle East
This is the first time Iran has responded directly to Israel after an Israeli attack on the territory of another country—not Iranian soil. In this sense, Iran not only defended its own security but also showed that an attack on Lebanon could also trigger an Iranian response. In previous years, Iran's deterrence was based to some extent on the principle that any direct attack against it would not go unanswered.
But now that the scope of this deterrence has expanded, Iran has shown that it is also willing to use hard power to defend its regional allies. If this perception is correct, an unprecedented development has taken place in the region. In recent decades, few regional powers had the ability or willingness to provide military support for Israel's actions against other countries.
There is a rift between the US and Israel
This could have a significant impact on the security and political balance of the region. This development may also deepen the rift between Netanyahu and Trump. Trump did not approve of Israel's attack, believing that such a move could prolong and intensify the cycle of conflict. It is said that he expressed the hope that Israel would refrain from retaliation; otherwise, the crisis could once again enter an endless cycle of tension and conflict.
Trump has also emphasized that negotiations with Iran have reached critical stages and that, in his view, there is a possibility of reaching a favorable agreement. For this reason, he obviously does not want military tensions to disrupt this process. If this type of deterrence is extended to the issue of Palestine, it may create significant developments in the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Although it is not yet clear whether such a scenario will actually materialize.
Israel does not face international costs
Israel has so far managed to pursue its policies in the region without facing serious international costs. An issue that has arisen from the support of Western countries and the lack of an effective regional power to create a balance. From the perspective of American interests, the continued unconditional support for Israel means maintaining a structure based on Israel's extensive superiority in the region. This policy has created high costs for American interests in recent decades, has destabilized the region, and has paved the way for more aggressive behavior. If America's national interests are the main focus of its foreign policy, reducing its presence in Middle East conflicts and distancing itself from regional rivalries could appear to be a logical choice.
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