Diplomats or Quds Force? Zarif's blunt question rattles Iran's old guard
A growing rift over Iran's security strategy has emerged after footage showed former foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif questioning Tehran's reliance on military threats and arguing that diplomacy and economic opportunity should take priority over confrontation. The video, which appeared online on Saturday, has triggered a wave of criticism from hardline media as Iran faces mounting economic…
A heated debate has erupted over Iran's security strategy after former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif questioned the country's reliance on military threats. In a video released on Saturday, Zarif argued that diplomacy and economic opportunities should take precedence over confrontation, stating that nuclear weapons do not create deterrence and can actually hinder Tehran's regional diplomacy.
He criticized the tendency to view neighboring countries as threats and advocated for ambassadors to act as businesspeople and diplomats. The hardline media swiftly responded with criticism, accusing Zarif of undermining national security and helping the US. Meanwhile, reformist politicians warned against taking actions that could lead to further war, emphasizing the need for Iran to prioritize national survival and economic recovery.
The divide within Iran over how to prevent another conflict with the United States is growing, with some urging for meaningful concessions and negotiations before the upcoming US midterm elections.
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