Mohammad Hossein Bagheri’s analysis of the imposed war against Iran by the United States and the Zionist regime

Interview with international affairs expert and Head of the Iqbal Think Tank, Mohammad Hossein Bagheri, on the political program hosted by Ms. Mehr Bukhari on Dunia TV in Pakistan.

Roots of resistance:
Bagheri stated that Iran’s current system is rooted in a 6,000-year history of refusing to surrender to enemies, combined with the Ashura school of thought, which emphasizes resistance of a minority against a majority. He said these foundations have caused the West to miscalculate Iran’s true capabilities.

Explicit warning to regional countries:
Any base used against Iranian territory will be considered a legitimate target.

He added that Iran’s National Security Council has emphasized that the targets are not the countries themselves, but rather the American bases located within them. According to him, evidence exists of violations of Iranian airspace by U.S. aircraft operating from these bases.

Status of the Strait of Hormuz and conditions for ending the conflict:

• Operational blockage: He claimed that the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed to aggressors, citing attacks on two vessels (including a sinking oil tanker) as proof.
• Reciprocal response: He said IRGC operations are purely reactive, and as long as the United States and Israel do not officially stop their attacks on Iran, the response waves will continue.
• Condition for ceasefire: If the United States stops its attacks on Iranian territory, the IRGC would respond positively.

Summary of message:
Iran, in a “life-and-death battle,” has set aside diplomatic considerations with neighboring states and will target any location hosting U.S. interests—even in places such as Cyprus.