The tensions between Iran and the United States have escalated dramatically with a cross of accusations and threats between the Iranian Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, and the President Donald Trump. This exchange occurs in the midst of internal protests in Tehran, where the regime attributes the violence to external interference.
Accusations from Tehran against Washington
The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its spokesperson Ismail Baghaei, denounced interference in internal affairs by Washington. Baghaei stated that the tensions between Iran and the United States form part of a sustained hostile policy, and denied any interference by Tehran in US internal politics. Iran blames the US for promoting instability in the region, a claim that refers to decades of diplomatic frictions.
Khamenei calls Trump a criminal
Ali Khamenei intensified the tone by calling Donald Trump a criminal, blaming him for thousands of deaths in Iranian protests. The Supreme Leader described the demonstrations as a US and Israel conspiracy, with the goal of “devouring Iran”. He demanded that Washington account for its actions, elevating the tensions between Iran and the United States to critical levels.
Response of Trump and historical context
In response, Donald Trump declared that it is time for a new leadership in Iran. He accused Khamenei of destroying his country and repressing with violence to hold onto power. These words, given to a specialized medium, fuel fears of military intervention, recalling the assassination of General Qasem Soleimani in 2020 by Trump’s order, which provoked Iranian missiles against US bases.
Historically, the tensions between Iran and the United States date back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution and the hostage crisis at the embassy in Tehran. Experts in international relations highlight that protests like those in 2022 over the death of Mahsa Amini have weakened the regime, making Iran more vulnerable to external pressures. Organizations such as the UN have urged moderation to avoid further escalation.
- Protests in Iran: Thousands detained since 2019, with at least 500 reported deaths in recent waves.
- Nuclear program: The US abandoned the agreement in 2018, intensifying sanctions.
- Proxy support: Iran supports groups like Hezbollah, a constant source of friction.
These tensions between Iran and the United States, marked by accusations and threats, keep the world on alert for possible global repercussions in energy and security.
