IRGC Navy Commander Admiral Alireza Tangsiri made a strong statement about Iran’s defensive stance, emphasizing that an attack on Iran would fulfill a critical response.
Tangsiri has firmly rejected the possibility that Iran will be involved in negotiations regarding the assistance of missile arsenals or resistance groups.
“Iran will not negotiate its missile or resistance front capabilities.”
He made it clear that Iran wanted peaceful relations with its neighbors, ensuring that Tehran poses no threat to other regional countries.
“We are always expanding our friendships to countries in this region. As Muslims, we pose no threat to our neighbors,” he emphasized.
While saying Iran is not intending to start a war, Tangusiri stressed that the attack on Iran’s interests and its people would be filled with a solid response.
“We don’t want war, we don’t want it. But if our enemy tries to hurt our interests or attack our people, they must know that we will respond.”
Tangsiri made it clear that although the decision is on the possibility of blocking the straits of Hormuz, his forces are responsible for carrying out such orders if given.
“It is not my responsibility to decide whether to close the Strait of Hormuz or not. It is in the hands of senior officials. But if ordered, it is my duty to execute it.”
Referring to President Donald Trump’s message and threat, Tangsiri dismissed their importance, saying, “I have no knowledge of Trump’s message, and I don’t mind analyzing it. I will hear his threat, observe his actions, and prepare to counter them.”
Tangsiri said Iran has the ability to hit enemy bases everywhere, adding that wherever the attack is launched in Iran will be targeted in return.
“We have the ability to hit every enemy base wherever we are. If an attack is launched against us from a geographical location, we will fight back at that exact location.”
“No one can attack us and run away. Even if we have to chase the Gulf of Mexico, we will,” he added.
In his final remarks, Tangusiri made it clear that Iran would not succumb to pressure or threat. “We won’t allow Trump to impose his will on us.”
MP/MNA Channel