{"id":314949,"date":"2024-01-08T08:00:28","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T07:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/?p=314949"},"modified":"2024-01-10T21:03:01","modified_gmt":"2024-01-10T20:03:01","slug":"making-sense-of-iranian-officials-ambiguous-assertions-about-october-7-attacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/news\/terrorism-a-fundamentalism\/making-sense-of-iranian-officials-ambiguous-assertions-about-october-7-attacks\/","title":{"rendered":"Making Sense of Iranian Officials&#8217; Ambiguous Assertions about October 7 Attacks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-314954\" title=\"iranian officials warmongering\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iranian-officials-warmongering.jpg\" alt=\"iranian officials warmongering\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iranian-officials-warmongering.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iranian-officials-warmongering-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iranian-officials-warmongering-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iranian-officials-warmongering-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iranian-officials-warmongering-696x391.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Four minutes read<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Iranian officials have been vocal in their responses to recent events, particularly in the aftermath of the suspicious <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/apnews.com\/article\/iran-us-soleimani-explosion-kerman-2524cfed1d040370bf98000e2b53ad5a\" rel=\"noopener\">explosions in Kerman<\/a>. Despite the claims of responsibility by ISIS and the endorsement of this narrative by Western governments, Iranian state officials sought to exploit it in different ways.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In their frantic remarks, while the highest-ranking officials attempted to project power, making excessive use of terms like &#8220;power&#8221; and &#8220;strength,\u201d simultaneously, they navigated political nuances and took precautions. Whilst proudly claiming responsibility for the October 7 attacks in an attempt to boost the morale of a confused domestic and regional audience, they sought to do so without drawing undue international scrutiny.<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-5\">\n<div class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem] group final-completion\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full flex-col lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)] agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"bc4f26fd-903d-47ca-9ba1-9f19e8a9a1a8\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In their communications, they have tactfully alluded to the regime&#8217;s involvement in the attacks, framing it as &#8220;an inspirational directive&#8221; orchestrated by the slain Quds Force commander, <a href=\"http:\/\/rrorism-a-fundamentalism\/who-was-the-vicious-criminal-qassem-soleimani\/\">Qasem Soleimani<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-314952 alignright\" title=\"iran ebrahim raisi soleimani ceremony jan 2024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ebrahim-raisi-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg\" alt=\"iran ebrahim raisi soleimani ceremony jan 2024\" width=\"500\" height=\"328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ebrahim-raisi-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ebrahim-raisi-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ebrahim-raisi-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024-150x98.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Ebrahim Raisi, the president of the regime, attributed the creation of ISIS to Israel, even though the Hashd al-Shaabi militias were established by the regime in Iraq under the pretext of combating ISIS almost a decade ago, bolstering Tehran\u2019s grip on its western neighbor.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/snn.ir\/fa\/news\/1123317\" rel=\"noopener\">Raisi said,<\/a> &#8220;Leaders of the resistance rightly designate Haj Qasem Soleimani as the martyr of Al-Quds. The current state of the Resistance reflects his support, follow-ups, management, and actions. While acknowledging Palestine, we must also appreciate Hamas and Hezbollah. Yet, Haj Qasem&#8217;s role has been incomparable. He tirelessly worked day and night, contributing to the security we enjoy in the region today. In our beloved country, he thwarted the American plan, doing a remarkable job.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Addressing the audience at Tehran&#8217;s Khomeini Mosque, he added, &#8220;The enemy is aware that Iran stands strong today, as a champion generating power. Haj Qasem played a crucial role in creating and enhancing the country&#8217;s strength. We believe that the resolution of the <em>Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em> will signify the end of the Zionist regime. Inshallah.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-314951 alignleft\" title=\"iran mohammad bagher ghalibaf soleimani ceremony jan 2024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-mohammad-bagher-ghalibaf-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg\" alt=\"iran mohammad bagher ghalibaf soleimani ceremony jan 2024\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-mohammad-bagher-ghalibaf-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-mohammad-bagher-ghalibaf-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-mohammad-bagher-ghalibaf-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>Delivering a speech on January 5 at a cemetery in Tehran, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/donya-e-eqtesad.com\/%D8%A8%D8%AE%D8%B4-%D8%B3%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%AA-%D8%AE%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%86-62\/4034764-%D8%AE%D8%B7-%D9%86%D8%B4%D8%A7%D9%86-%D9%82%D8%A7%D9%84%DB%8C%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%81-%D8%A8%D8%B1%D8%A7%DB%8C-%D8%B9%D8%A7%D9%85%D9%84%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%AD%D8%A7%D8%AF%D8%AB%D9%87-%D8%AA%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%B1%DB%8C%D8%B3%D8%AA%DB%8C-%DA%A9%D8%B1%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86-%D9%87%D8%B1-%DA%A9%D8%B3-%D8%A7%D8%B2-%D8%AE%D8%B7-%D9%82%D8%B1%D9%85%D8%B2%D9%87%D8%A7-%D8%B9%D8%A8%D9%88%D8%B1-%DA%A9%D8%B1%D8%AF-%D9%BE%D8%A7%D8%B3%D8%AE-%D8%B3%D8%AE%D8%AA%DB%8C-%D8%AE%D9%88%D8%A7%D9%87%D8%AF-%DA%AF%D8%B1%D9%81%D8%AA\" rel=\"noopener\">Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf<\/a>, the Speaker of the regime\u2019s Parliament, said, &#8220;The esteemed martyr Soleimani served as a soldier under the revered leadership of the Supreme Leader, and His Eminence directly commanded him. We observed the capabilities of this beloved martyr, and he himself witnessed them.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">He continued, &#8220;In <em>Operation Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em>, they executed a mission and struck a blow to the Zionist regime at the zenith of its power. Over the span of seventy-five years, such extensive damage and impact, both in material and credibility, had not been collectively inflicted. These exceptional qualities define the persona of Martyr Soleimani.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Also on January 5, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rokna.net\/%D8%A8%D8%AE%D8%B4-%D8%A7%D8%AE%D8%A8%D8%A7%D8%B1-%D8%B3%DB%8C%D8%A7%D8%B3%DB%8C-74\/961018-%D8%A2%D9%85%D8%B1%DB%8C%DA%A9%D8%A7-%D8%A7%D8%B3%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%A6%DB%8C%D9%84-%D8%A8%D9%87-%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%B9%D8%B4-%D9%BE%D9%88%D9%84-%D8%AF%D8%A7%D8%AF%D9%87-%D8%A7%D9%86%D8%AF-%D8%AA%D8%A7-%D8%AD%D9%85%D9%84%D9%87-%D8%AA%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%B1%DB%8C%D8%B3%D8%AA%DB%8C-%DA%A9%D8%B1%D9%85%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%B1%D8%A7-%D8%A8%D9%BE%D8%B0%DB%8C%D8%B1%D8%AF\" rel=\"noopener\">Ahmad Alamolhoda<\/a>, the representative of the regime\u2019s Supreme Leader in Mashhad, delivered a speech, stating, &#8220;The Supreme Leader emphasized that Haj Qasem Soleimani transformed resistance into a formidable front. Today, Israel&#8217;s apprehensions extend beyond Gaza and Palestine, finding itself surrounded. The Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq target America, indirectly affecting Israel. Ansarallah in Yemen controls the seas, intercepting and destroying Israeli ships. Hezbollah in Lebanon poses a threat from the sky. This Resistance Front, as highlighted by the Supreme Leader, was established and <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-314953 alignright\" title=\"iran ahmad alamolhoda ceremony jan 2024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ahmad-alamolhoda-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg\" alt=\"iran ahmad alamolhoda ceremony jan 2024\" width=\"500\" height=\"260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ahmad-alamolhoda-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ahmad-alamolhoda-ceremony-jan-2024-300x156.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-ahmad-alamolhoda-ceremony-jan-2024-150x78.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/>actualized by the late Martyr Haj Qasem Soleimani. The plan of the <em>Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em> is a manifestation of the sacrifices, leadership, and strategies of Martyr Haj Qasem Soleimani. He recently took on the role of heading Hamas in Beirut before his martyrdom. A week prior, he shared that Martyr Haj Qasem Soleimani had discreetly visited Gaza three times, playing a pivotal role in establishing tunnels over there. The visionary leadership and ideas of Martyr Haj Qasem Soleimani gave birth to the <em>Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em> movement, providing a blueprint for Palestinian Resistance, now bearing fruit. When asserting that <em>Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em> is the legacy of Martyr Haj Qasem, it&#8217;s not an exaggeration or a mere claim; it&#8217;s a testament to his profound impact.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Alamolhoda added, &#8220;Ismail Haniyeh, the Political Chief of Hamas, attended the funeral procession of Martyr Haj Qasem in Tehran. During the event, he emphasized, &#8216;We should recognize this martyr as the &#8216;Martyr of Al-Quds&#8217; because of his ability to liberate the land of Jerusalem and the Al-Aqsa Mosque from the grip of Israel. The <em>Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em> emerged from the strategic planning and ideas of Martyr Haj Qasem Soleimani. He also played a guiding role in Yemen, where the revolution and resistance stemmed from his concepts. Following Haj Qasem&#8217;s vision, they have reached a point where they now directly confront the United States in the Red Sea. This stands as a testament to the visionary thinking of Martyr Haj Qasem.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-314950 alignleft\" title=\"iran hossein salami soleimani ceremony jan 2024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-hossein-salami-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg\" alt=\"iran hossein salami soleimani ceremony jan 2024\" width=\"500\" height=\"251\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-hossein-salami-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-hossein-salami-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ncr-iran.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iran-hossein-salami-soleimani-ceremony-jan-2024-150x75.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">One day after Soleimani\u2019s anniversary, Hossein Salami, the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, made a visit to Kerman to reiterate the same message.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">In his address, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/fa.alalam.ir\/news\/6783153\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Salami said<\/a>, &#8220;The <em>Al-Aqsa Storm<\/em> beautifully demonstrated the vulnerability of this artificial and deceitful regime. Today, at least twenty Zionists in Gaza are eliminated daily by the heroic Palestinians. Tanks are struck. The armor is shattered. The bones of Zionists and their officials are broken, and they no longer envision a positive outlook for a secure life in that sacred land in the near future.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">He added, &#8220;So, understand this: the blows they have received have been severe, harsh, painful, and intolerable. Today, Zionist officials have no way to escape from this destructive quagmire. They should leave the scene. They have been defeated. \u201c<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Four minutes read Iranian officials have been vocal in their responses to recent events, particularly in the aftermath of the suspicious explosions in Kerman. 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