The Buzz Around Abbas Araghchi’s Diplomatic Tour:
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi’s recent visits to Iraq and Oman, along with the halt in indirect communications with the US, have stirred up diverse reactions in Iran. While some laud Araghchi’s efforts to ease tensions, others criticize the government’s lack of a coherent foreign policy.
Iran’s former ambassador to Qatar, Hamidreza Dehghani Podeh, commended the positive messages sent out by Araghchi during his regional visits. In contrast, analysts view the cessation of indirect communication with the US as a shift in policy under President Masoud Pezeshkian, prompting criticism from Iran’s former ambassador to various countries, Abolghasem Delfi.
Moving on, a former IRGC commander’s claims about Iranian support for Hezbollah have landed him in hot water. The news sparked tension, causing him to retract his statements during questioning. Meanwhile, a Tasnim journalist’s praise for Lebanon’s internet prompted discussions on internet censorship in Iran.
Lastly, renowned expert Abdolreza Faraji Rad dismissed speculation regarding the US deploying THAAD systems to Israel for an imminent attack on Iran, emphasizing diplomatic efforts to deter Israel from military actions.
*The Iranian press review is a compilation of news reports and reflects various viewpoints within the Iranian establishment.