Mosabian: Iran will respond to any renewed American attack with a "full-scale regional war" | The new diplomatic initiative should be examined based on the "Islamabad Plus" framework.
Seyed Hassan Mousavian, Iran's former chief nuclear negotiator, wrote about the American election:
The results of the American mid-term elections were a severe defeat for the Republican Party, which was nicknamed the "Blue Tsunami". This victory shows the deep dissatisfaction of the people with the endless wars. The message the voters are sending to their leaders is clear: "enough" and military superiority is not necessarily a strategic victory.
Washington has two ways forward; First, turning the electoral defeat into a military victory by increasing attacks, which could lead to a greater disaster. The second way is to use diplomacy through the "Islamabad Plus" framework to resolve disputes, stabilize energy markets and create sustainable peace in the region.
There are fatal arguments between different groups in Tehran as well. One stream emphasizes withdrawing from the NPT and strengthening nuclear deterrence, but another still favors negotiations. However, Washington's continued military attacks have deepened doubts about any peace initiative.
If no deal is reached, Iran is determined to respond to any renewed attack with a "full-scale regional war" and target American military infrastructure. The action of the Revolutionary Guards in canceling the self-imposed limitation on the range of the missiles shows the readiness for a fundamental change in the security arrangements of the region.
Military superiority does not guarantee strategic victory. Any sustainable agreement must be respected and based on mutual benefit. Neither side accepts unconditional surrender; Therefore, an agreement based on humiliation will only lead to another war and a practical way must be found through diplomacy. ISNA.
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