Iran tells Americans: We are not enemies, US initiated aggression
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- Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accuses US of acting as an agent for 'Israel' in regional war.
- Iran frames its military actions as defensive, denying hostility toward American citizens.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the American public in a rare letter, rejecting portrayals of Iran as a security threat and accusing Washington of acting on behalf of 'Israel'.
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"Iran has never initiated a war but has firmly and courageously confronted any aggression against us," Pezeshkian wrote, carried by state media. He emphasized that Iran does not harbor hostility toward American citizens or other nations.
Defensive Posture
Pezeshkian described Iran's military actions as legitimate self-defense rather than acts of aggression. "Attacks on Iranian infrastructure target our people and have consequences beyond our borders," he said. He criticized U.S. military operations as "unjustified acts of aggression" conducted even amid ongoing negotiations.
Historical Context and Strength
"Iran, by its history, character, and identity, is one of the oldest continuous civilizations," Pezeshkian noted, framing current conflicts in historical perspective. He highlighted that Iran has grown stronger across multiple sectors despite international pressure.
Questioning US Interests
The president challenged the American public to consider whether their nation's war policies genuinely serve their interests. "America entered this aggression as an agent of 'Israel', under its influence and direction," he said.
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Pezeshkian's message underscores Tehran’s stance that its regional actions are defensive and intended to protect national sovereignty, while casting doubt on Washington's motivations in Middle East conflicts.
