Abdolrahim Ansari, speaking to a Mehr News Agency reporter, referred to the Supreme Leader’s remarks that it is a mistake to hope for a change in the conduct of the hegemonic system through shifts in political parties and factions or by making concessions to the United States.
He stated: “The Supreme Leader’s latest warning is fundamentally neither a criticism of the government or the negotiating team, nor a critique of Iran’s current policy regarding the terms of the memorandum of understanding. Rather, this warning is directed less at officials than at those who advocate trusting the United States. It is a serious caution to those who believe that America’s structural hostility toward the Iranian people can be contained through concessions or by hoping for changes in political parties.
“By emphasizing the importance of understanding the true nature of the hegemonic system, he stresses the need to avoid miscalculations and rely on domestic capabilities. In effect, he seeks to bring political currents into alignment with the government’s overall policy and the measures currently being implemented, enabling the country to address issues through a unified approach and a single voice, in a manner that serves the interests of the nation and the Revolution.”
He continued: “This does not mean, however, that officials should not consider themselves among the intended recipients of this warning. Naturally, those who are directly involved in decision-making today need more than ever to strengthen this mindset, remain alert to the enemy’s schemes, and understand that while the transfer of power between American political parties may lead to changes in their approaches, it will by no means diminish the level of their hostility.”
The international affairs analyst stated that the US Democratic Party would pursue precisely the same objective as the Republicans.
“Democrats’ criticism of the Trump administration does not stem from a change in their views toward Iran or from their condemnation of the crimes committed by Trump’s Republican administration. Rather, they argue that Trump chose a path to defeat the Islamic Republic that has inflicted greater damage on the United States itself than on Iran.
“Their argument is not that Trump should not have launched aggression against Iran or carried out killings there. Not a single person has raised that objection. Instead, they contend that Trump has driven up the prices of gasoline, diesel, and other goods in the United States.”
Ansari stated that, in his view, the Supreme Leader’s latest warning not only strengthens vigilance among political elites but also provides support for Iran’s negotiating team and sends a message of resolve and strength to its adversaries.
He added: “Following the launch of an unpopular and costly war, this warning is intended to encourage the Americans to prepare themselves to make concessions rather than focus on extracting concessions from Iran.”
He emphasized: “I believe it is important for Iranians to understand that hostility toward Iran is a structural policy within the United States government, and that changes in personnel in Congress or the White House do not alter the fundamental nature of this hostility.
“If signs of a shift in approach emerge following the US midterm congressional elections, this is, in fact, because the American people have come under pressure as a result of these hostilities and are criticizing Trump. The Democrats, having returned to power through this public dissatisfaction, must present themselves as respecting voters’ demands for reduced tensions or an end to the war. Otherwise, there is little difference between Democrats and Republicans when it comes to their hostility toward the Islamic system.”