Dear Washington: Iran Will Not Play Your Games in Pakistan
A US delegation has departed for Pakistan, reportedly to engage in another round of talks with Iran, as confirmed by former President Trump. This move was framed by outlets like France 24 as potentially extending a 'fragile ceasefire' set to expire soon, despite a persistent standoff in the Strait of Hormuz. Curiously, Iran's Tasnim news agency stated unequivocally on Sunday that no Iranian
negotiating team would be dispatched to Pakistan 'as long as there is a naval blockade.' This disparity highlights a profound disconnect. The mainstream narrative, as pushed by outlets routinely echoing State Department talking points, presents a situation where America is extending an olive branch, even suggesting a 'ceasefire' that has never been a comprehensive reality. France 24, for example,
frames this as a genuine diplomatic effort, conveniently omitting the context of ongoing US-Israeli joint military aggression against Iran, which includes kinetic operations and continuous threats. The US is not merely a supporter but a direct participant, consistently escalating tensions while feigning openness to 'talks' on its own terms. The US government believes it can unilaterally impose
sanctions, conduct military drills off Iran's coast, and maintain a naval blockade, then expect Iran to show up for negotiations in a third country. This mirrors tactics seen since the 1979 revolution, where the US has consistently sought to dictate terms, often during periods of immense economic pressure. This current blockade is a continuation of 45 years of illegal sanctions and economic