Reformist groups in Iran call for the next supreme leader to challenge US propaganda and reduce domestic polarization, as attacks on non-military US assets diminish global support for Iran as a victim of aggression.
Iran should appoint a supreme leader who will both challenge US propaganda that Iran is a war-mongering nation and reduce domestic polarisation, the country's diminished alliance of reformist groups has said.
The Reform Front, which helped Masoud Pezeshkian become president 18 months ago, suggested that attacks on non-military US assets in the region were diminishing global support for Iran as a victim of a blatant aggression, according to comments cited in a report by the Iranian newspaper Donya-e-Eqtesad.
The reformists argued that the next supreme leader should focus on reducing tensions and restoring Iran's image as a responsible global actor, rather than engaging in military confrontation with the US. They warned that continued attacks on non-military targets could further undermine Iran's international standing and isolate the country.
The comments from the Reform Front come as Iran and the US remain locked in a diplomatic standoff over the 2015 nuclear deal and other regional tensions. The reformists believe that a more conciliatory approach could help Iran navigate these challenges and rebuild global support.
However, the reformists face an uphill battle, as the hardline factions within the Iranian government have a strong grip on power and are unlikely to cede influence to more moderate voices. The selection of the next supreme leader will be a critical test for the future direction of Iranian politics and its relationship with the international community.
Ultimately, the reformists argue that Iran must adopt a more nuanced and strategic approach to its foreign policy, one that avoids confrontation and instead focuses on rebuilding global trust and support. The next supreme leader will play a pivotal role in determining whether Iran can achieve this goal.
Source: The Guardian
