Iran ready for prolonged war, says Larijani

2026-03-02 - 13:43

Shafaq News- Tehran Iran is prepared for a long-term war with the United States and Israel, the Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, stated on Monday, vowing that Tehran will make its enemies “regret their miscalculations.” Posting on X, Larijani said Iran will continue to defend itself and its “6,000-year-old civilization firmly and regardless of the cost.” He noted that, unlike Iran, the United States lacks readiness for a prolonged conflict. Larijani added that Iran’s position is based on protecting its sovereignty and national interests, asserting that over the past three centuries the country has never initiated wars. Iran, unlike the United States, has prepared itself for a long war. pic.twitter.com/0nTGu9u2K4 — Ali Larijani | علی لاریجانی (@alilarijani_ir) March 2, 2026