News Desk
TEHRAN: Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has asserted that the killing of senior Iranian officials, including Security Chief Ali Larijani, has not dealt a blow to the Iranian government, emphasizing the resilience and institutional strength of the Islamic Republic’s political structure. Speaking in an interview with Arab media, Araghchi firmly rejected any suggestion that the loss of top figures would weaken the establishment.
“I do not know why the Americans and Israelis have not yet understood that Iran possesses a strong political framework with stable political, economic, and social institutions,” Araghchi stated, addressing the strategic calculations of Tehran’s adversaries. He stressed that the presence or absence of any single individual does not impact this fundamental structure.
The foreign minister acknowledged that individuals are influential and each person plays their role within the system, but underscored that the core reality remains the robust framework of Iran’s political order. His remarks appear designed to project continuity and stability following high-profile casualties that would typically be considered significant setbacks for any nation’s security apparatus.
The statement comes a day after Israel killed Ali Larijani, Iran’s National Security Advisor, in strikes on Tehran. The 67-year-old Larijani was among the most significant political figures to emerge in the Islamic Republic after the 1979 revolution, having served as Parliament Speaker for twelve years, chief nuclear negotiator, and holding numerous other senior positions throughout his decades-long career. Despite his death, Araghchi’s messaging suggests Tehran is determined to demonstrate that its decision-making and governance remain unaffected by even the most substantial personnel losses.
