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2026-07-16 03:02:12
[Iranian Parliament Speaker Says National Interests Must Be Prepared at All Times] On the evening of the 15th local time, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf issued a statement regarding the latest developments in the war and the domestic situation. Ghalibaf stated that Iran has never welcomed war, but in order to safeguard national security and interests, it must be prepared for battle at all times and must exert all its efforts. Ghalibaf pointed out that Iran should also utilize diplomatic and negotiating means to achieve and consolidate its national interests. Ghalibaf stated that a memorandum of understanding is only meaningful if all its provisions are valid and being implemented. If Iran cannot benefit from a memorandum of understanding, there is no reason to abide by it. Ghalibaf stated that everyone in Iran has a responsibility to make efforts, according to the Supreme Leader's instructions, for war, diplomacy, or both. (CCTV)
