Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has declared that Iranian forces stand ready to confront American troops, accusing the United States of planning a covert ground invasion while pursuing diplomatic negotiations.
Ghalibaf, who has emerged as one of Iran’s most vocal officials during the conflict, made the remarks as the US-Israeli war with Iran reached its 30th day, charging that the US attempts to secure through diplomacy what military operations have failed to achieve.
Pakistan hoeever hosted discussions on Sunday between foreign ministers from Turkey, Egyptand Saudi Arabia aimed at reducing tensions. The diplomatic meeting represents regional efforts to find a peaceful settlement to the month-long conflict.
NOP NIGERIA gathered that the USS Tripoli arrived in the Middle East carrying 3,500 American service members as Pentagon officials consider their next moves.
Tehran Rejects Surrender Demands
The Iranian official criticised American diplomatic proposals as repackaged military objectives disguised as peace initiatives.
“The United States speaks of its aspirations, presenting what it failed to achieve in war as a 15-point list to pursue through diplomacy,” Ghalibaf stated.
He accused Washington of maintaining a dual strategy, publicly promoting negotiations while secretly preparing for military action.
“The enemy publicly sends messages of negotiation while secretly planning a ground invasion – unaware that our men are waiting for American troops to enter on the ground, ready to unleash devastation upon them and punish their regional allies permanently,” the parliament speaker said.
Ghalibaf delivered a defiant message, making clear that Tehran will reject any agreement that requires Iranian capitulation.
“As long as the Americans seek Iran’s surrender, the answer of your sons remains clear: ‘Far be it from us to accept humiliation,’” he declared.
The arrival of additional American forces coincides with ongoing regional diplomatic initiatives, highlighting the parallel military and diplomatic tracks both the United States and Iran are pursuing as the conflict enters its second month.
