Ghalibaf warns against foreign-backed unrest

Tehran - BORNA - Speaking during an open parliamentary session on Monday, Speaker of Iran’s Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf began his pre-agenda remarks by offering condolences to lawmakers and the Iranian nation on the anniversary of the passing of Hazrat Zaynab (peace be upon her), describing her as a symbol of patience and resistance.

Turning to the recent protests, Ghalibaf said the Leader’s emphasis on separating protesters from rioters provides a clear and effective roadmap. He stressed that dialogue with protesters is essential, noting that their demands are legitimate and that all efforts must be directed toward restoring economic stability.

He stated that the government is seriously committed to addressing public concerns and expressed hope that planned measures would respond to legitimate demands. 

At the same time, he warned that individuals directly or indirectly linked to foreign intelligence services, whose role is to hijack protests and turn them into unrest, must be confronted in a smart and effective manner to protect public security and social calm. He added that throughout history, the Iranian nation has confronted mercenaries and traitors, and that enemies will once again be defeated despite deploying extensive intelligence, security, and media resources.

Elsewhere in his remarks, Ghalibaf said the world is witnessing the stage in which Israeli war crimes in Gaza are carried out openly, resulting in the killing of large numbers of women, children, and civilians, while such actions are celebrated in the U.S. Congress despite condemnation in international courts.

He also pointed to the abduction of Venezuela’s legally elected president, calling it a clear violation of international law.

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