WANA (Jun 16) – Senior Iranian official Mohsen Rezaei, a member of the Expediency Discernment Council, has stated that Iran’s ongoing response to Israeli aggression marks a turning point that could reshape the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East for decades to come. His remarks come amid heightened tensions and continued military confrontation between Iran and Israel.

 

In an interview analyzing the recent developments, Rezaei said:

“We have exercised restraint so far and have not used our full capabilities. This war is serious and could last for weeks. But its outcome—our victory—will fundamentally change the geopolitics of the region.”

 

Formation of an Islamic Coalition

Rezaei predicted that an Iranian victory would lead to the emergence of a powerful Islamic military coalition comprised of Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey, resulting in Palestinian control of the occupied territories without the need for further warfare.

 

“This shift will contribute to the rise of a multipolar world order,” he said, “with China, Russia, Europe, the United States, and a new Islamic pole led by the Islamic Republic of Iran and allied nations.”

 

Strategic Implications for Iran

Drawing parallels with Iran’s advancements during the eight-year Iran-Iraq War, Rezaei claimed the outcome of the current conflict will bring substantial scientific, military, and economic progress to the country.

 

“This war will secure Iran’s future for at least the next 50 years,” he declared. “Even the United States will eventually beg to invest in Iran once the war is over.”

Image of the Ruins of the Highly Advanced Military Facility ‘Weizmann’ After Being Hit by Iranian Missiles Early Morning of June 15, 2025. Social media/ WANA News Agency

On Nuclear Policy and War Timing

Rezaei touched on Iran’s nuclear intentions, stating: “We have not pursued nuclear weapons so far—but who knows what the future holds?”

 

He emphasized that the war broke out while indirect negotiations with the United States were underway, indicating the conflict was not solely rooted in nuclear issues.

 

“This war proves that the West’s concerns go far beyond uranium enrichment. Even if we agreed to zero enrichment, they would move on to demand restrictions on our missile program, then our regional influence.”

 

Rezaei suggested the decision to attack Iran first was strategic: “They were torn between attacking Iran or Iraq first. In the end, they decided Iran must be targeted first, believing Iraq would fall into their hands like ripe fruit afterward.”

 

On Negotiations with the U.S.

Rezaei, a long-time opponent of direct negotiations, acknowledged the Supreme Leader’s strategic wisdom in permitting talks:

 

“I personally opposed negotiations, but it was the Leader’s insight that allowed them, exposing the insincerity of the Americans and Israelis. They went to war during talks—before we had even presented our proposal.”

 

“Negotiations revealed their hand: to the Iranian people, it became clear there would be no relief through talks. To the world, it became clear Iran is not after a bomb, but rather, it is the U.S. and Israel who are not negotiating in good faith.”

 

Rezaei concluded by reinforcing his belief that Iran’s resistance in this war will yield long-term strategic benefits not only for the country but for the broader Islamic world.

The Second Round of Iranian Missile Strikes on Occupied Territories in Day Three of the Iran-Israel War, June 15, 2025. Social media/ WANA News Agency