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Iran leader’s website dismisses Gallant’s letter as “psychological warfare tactic”

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Yoav Gallant

The article describes the letter as a uniquely structured and content-dense piece, consisting of 1,354 words and nearly 50 distinct content points—23 of which are considered core and strategic.

This density, the article says, transforms the letter into a complex text designed for purposes beyond direct communication.

According to the analysis, the letter employs a psychological tactic known as “stationary displacement”, wherein truthful, well-documented information is initially presented to build trust, followed by subtle distortions to manipulate perception.
Despite Gallant’s claim that he has focused on Ayatollah Khamenei for 30 years, the article argues that the real targets of the letter are Iran’s decision-makers, regional allies, and the public, not Iran’s leader himself.

The article further says Gallant is attempting to create a hyperbolic image of Israel’s intelligence dominance.

It says this is a form of psychological and narrative warfare.

The article also says the former Israeli minister of war’s letter is part of an evolving cognitive conflict between the Zionist regime and Iran, where the battlefield is public perception rather than traditional warfare theaters.

Iranian MPs: US  govt. main responsibile for aggression against Islamic Republic

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IFP Media Wire
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Iran's parliament

In a strongly worded statement issued on Wednesday, the lawmakers asserted that the blatant act of aggression, carried out in coordination with European governments claiming to uphold human rights, was executed by the Israeli regime as part of a “dirty mission and massive crime.”

According to the statement, this was a failed attempt to dismantle Iran and overthrow the Islamic Republic.

The MPs added that efforts to divide Iran have been pursued by colonial powers for at least the past century, and that the Islamic Republic has stood as a firm barrier against such ambitions for the past five decades.

The statement goes on to say that the U.S. government, particularly the “murderous American president”, was the primary instigator of the attack, authorizing Israel’s prime minister to carry out the mission. During the 12-day war, the US provided full support to the Israeli regime, including arms, operational backing, and defensive aid.

Referring to the timing of the aggression during the Tehran–Washington negotiations, the lawmakers said the US president proved “pure deception,” stating that while presenting himself as a proponent of diplomacy, he effectively signed off on the assault against Iran’s nuclear facilities and took full responsibility for it.

U.S. and E3 agree Iran to face stiff sanctions if no agreement by end of August

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IFP Media Wire
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If no agreement is reached by that deadline, the three European powers plan to trigger the “snapback” mechanism that automatically reimposes all UN Security Council sanctions that were lifted under the 2015 Iran deal.

The snapback provision will expire in October.

The process of activating “snapback” takes 30 days, and the Europeans want to conclude the process before Russia assumes the UN Security Council presidency in October.

U.S. and European officials view snapback as both a negotiating tool to pressure Tehran and a fallback if diplomacy fails.

But the Iranians argue there is no legal basis to reimpose the sanctions, and have threatened to withdraw from the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in response.

The call between Rubio and his European counterparts was aimed at coordinating positions on “snapback” and the path forward on nuclear diplomacy with Iran, the sources said.

According to two of the sources, the Europeans now plan to engage with Iran in the coming days and weeks with the message that Tehran can avoid the snapback sanctions if it takes steps to reassure the world about its nuclear program.

Such steps could include resuming International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) monitoring, which Iran suspended after the U.S. and Israeli strikes on its nuclear facilities.

One source stated that another such step could be the removal from Iran of the roughly 400kg of uranium enriched to 60% purity that’s contained in those sites.

Since the end of the war between Israel and Iran, the Donald Trump administration has been trying to resume negotiations on a new nuclear deal.

Some officials in France, Germany, the U.K. and Israel were concerned the Trump administration would press the European powers not to trigger the snapback sanctions so as not to harm potential negotiations.

When Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the White House last week he raised the issue with President Trump, Rubio and White House envoy Steve Witkoff, two Israeli officials said.

Netanyahu asked Trump not to block snapback and told Witkoff that the U.S. should make it clear to the Iranians that they don’t have much time if they want to get a deal and avoid the reimposing of UN sanctions.

“We felt that Trump and his team agreed with us,” an Israeli official stated.

A senior U.S. official said the Trump administration supports activating snapback and sees it as leverage in the talks with Iran.

The U.S. official added Trump is highly frustrated that the Iranians haven’t come back to the table yet.

Witkoff has made it clear to the Iranians that any future talks must be direct, rather than mediated by a third party, to avoid misunderstandings and expedite the process, the U.S. official continued.

Iran’s president calls for stronger multi-layered protection of national data in cyberspace

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IFP Media Wire
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Masoud Pezeshkian

Speaking at a meeting of the Supreme Council of Cyberspace on Tuesday, Pezeshkian underlined the council’s vital role in enhancing service quality and addressing pressing security concerns, particularly under what he called the current sensitive conditions.

He said a comprehensive evaluation is needed to determine the extent to which outlined goals in the cyberspace sector have been achieved and to identify and resolve obstacles to their implementation.

The president also emphasized the importance of addressing existing gaps and strengthening the resilience of national infrastructure.

During the session, the National Cyberspace Center’s security division presented a detailed report on recent cyber threats and the country’s success in repelling them.

Pezeshkian instructed the council’s secretariat to continuously update protocols and re-engineer cyber defense processes.

Iran has been the target of numerous cyberattacks by the United States and Israel, particularly during the latter’s 12-day war of aggression against Iran last month.

On June 13, Israel launched an unprovoked war against Iran, assassinating many high-ranking military commanders, nuclear scientists, and ordinary civilians.

More than a week later, the United States also entered the war by bombing three Iranian nuclear sites in a grave violation of the United Nations Charter, international law, and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).

At the beginning of the war, the Israeli regime launched multiple coordinated cyberattacks targeting Iran’s banking network and state television.

In response, the Iranian Armed Forces targeted strategic sites across the occupied territories, including the regime’s cyber capital, Beer al-Sabe, considered to be the stronghold of the Israeli regime’s cyber industry and a central hub in its global cyber warfare apparatus.

According to Israeli media reports, a missile fired by Iran successfully evaded the regime’s multi-layered air defense systems. Despite initial detection, the missile intercept systems failed to neutralize the projectile.

On June 24, Iran ultimately succeeded in halting the war through its retaliatory operations against the Israeli regime.

Iranian striker Taremi nominated again for AFC Best Player of World Cup qualifiers round

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Mehdi Taremi

Following the conclusion of the third round of qualifiers, the AFC invited fans to vote for the best player of the stage.

Taremi, 32, was named as one of 12 nominees for his standout performances that helped Iran secure qualification for the World Cup for the fourth consecutive time.

The AFC praised the Iranian striker’s consistency, stating on its website: “Mehdi Taremi once again proved why he is among the top forwards in Asia.”

Taremi, who currently plays for Inter Milan, scored five goals during the third-round matches, placing him among the top scorers of the stage. In addition to his scoring record, he also provided four assists, underlining his vital contribution to the attacking strength of Team Melli, Iran’s national soccer team.

Iran’s parliament elects three legal experts to Guardian Council

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In the open session, lawmakers reviewed the qualifications and programs of six candidates nominated by the judiciary for the legal expert positions. Following individual presentations and discussions, a paper ballot vote was held.

Out of the 269 lawmakers present, Hadi Tahan Nazif received the highest number of votes with 257, followed by Gholamreza Molaei-Beygi with 226, and Seyed Behzad Poursaeed with 178 votes. The three individuals were elected to serve as the Council’s legal members for a new term.

The Guardian Council consists of 12 members: six Islamic jurists appointed by the Leader and six legal experts nominated by the judiciary and approved by Parliament.
The Council plays a central role in Iran’s legislative process and electoral oversight, including approving candidates for presidential and parliamentary elections.

Journalist: Iranian parl’t reportedly considers Hormuz Strait closure amid Western pressure

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IFP Editorial Staff
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IRGC Boat

Hossein Shariatmadari, editor-in-chief of Kayhan newspaper, welcomed the reported initiative, stating it would be a “legal and powerful tool” to respond to ongoing “hostilities and sanctions” by the US, the UK, France, Germany, and Israel.

In an editorial published on Wednesday, he cited past military actions and sanctions against Iran, as well as recent threats to trigger the so-called “snapback” mechanism under the defunct 2015 nuclear deal, as justification.

Shariatmadari argued that blocking the strait to Western-linked vessels is Iran’s “minimum response” to the aggression. He referred to past remarks by Iranian officials and commanders, including a letter from the late General Qassem Soleimani supporting similar warnings.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s busiest oil transit chokepoints. According to CNBC, its closure could drive oil prices above $250 per barrel.

The article ends with a sharp call for Iranian policymakers to take a decisive action.

EU delays measures against Israel on Gaza war despite pressure to act 

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IFP Media Wire
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Gaza War

The ministers were in Brussels to discuss an EU-Israel agreement brokered last week to increase the number of trucks and distribution of food entering Gaza as well as the opening of several other crossing points. They also examined an exhaustive list of 10 options, including the suspension of visa-free travel and the blocking of imports from the Jewish settlements, in response to Israel’s breach of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.

“Israel needs to take more concrete steps to improve the humanitarian situation on the ground,” Kallas told reporters, adding that Israel had already improved access and supplies of aid to Gaza.

“The EU will keep a close watch on how Israel implements this common understanding and the pledges.”

“The aim is not to punish Israel, the aim is to improve the situation in Gaza,” Kallas continued.

The bloc’s ambassadors will be tasked to update Israel’s compliance of the agreement every two weeks, Kallas said, and the EU would keep the 10 options “on the table” and “stand ready to act if Israel does not live up to its pledges”.

Last week, the Israeli military admitted a “technical error” following a strike that reportedly killed 10 people, including six children, near a Gaza water distribution point.

Some ministers expressed frustration at the lack of action against Israel.

Following Tuesday’s meeting, Slovenian foreign minister Tanja Fajon wrote on X that she regretted there hadn’t been “any consensus” during the meeting to follow up on the review of the EU-Israel Association Agreement.

She added that an “agreement in principle” on improving humanitarian aid “can’t be used as an excuse to inaction”.

“We all have a responsibility to protect civilians,” she added.

Prior to the meeting on Tuesday, some ministers had also sent clear signs that they wanted to take concrete measures against Israel.

Spain’s foreign affairs minister José Manuel Albares told reporters that in accordance with EU and international norms, his country would push for a suspension of the EU-Israel Association Agreement, an arms embargo to Israel and the ban of products from the Jewish settlements.

“This war needs to end, and the Israeli army needs to withdraw,” Albares added.

His French counterpart, Jean-Noël Barrot also said France would be ready to take sanctions targeted at “individuals and entities that are responsible for the extremist and violent colonisation” in the West Bank and to “stop any direct and indirect financial support to the colonisation”.

Iran’s Leader urges legal action over recent Israel-US aggression, praises national resolve

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Speaking to top judicial officials on Wednesday, Ayatollah Khamenei stressed that “the collar of the criminal must not be released,” urging long-term legal follow-up even if it takes decades.

Highlighting a national display of strength, the Leader praised the Iranian people for their resolve in the 12-day conflict in June, stating that the confrontation was not merely military but a demonstration of national will and self-confidence.

“A nation that can stand face-to-face against the power of the US and its Zionist proxy in the region is demonstrating a very significant value,” he said.

Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized that Iran will not appear weak in any arena, be it diplomacy or military confrontation, declaring, “We have all the necessary tools: logic and power. Whenever we enter a field, we will do so with full hands.”

He also asserted that divine support has guaranteed Iran’s ultimate success. “Everyone should know that God has promised victory for the Iranian nation under the Islamic system and the guidance of the Qur’an,” he added.

Reflecting on recent regional tensions, the Leader stated that Iran’s adversaries miscalculated in their multi-month planning, but the outcome saw the public rallying behind the government and the Islamic system, contrary to what enemy strategists had anticipated.

He praised the unprecedented unity shown by Iranians across diverse political and religious spectrums during recent events. “People with different appearances, ideologies, and religious inclinations came together in support of Iran. This is a great national unity that must be preserved.”

Addressing internal dynamics, Ayatollah Khamenei advised caution in current circumstances. While calling for public enthusiasm and clarity to counter disinformation, he warned against counterproductive actions such as political infighting and impatience. “Public enthusiasm is essential, especially among the youth, but impatience is harmful,” he said.

The Leader stressed the need to distinguish between actions that are necessary and those that are harmful. “We must avoid amplifying partisan disputes and remain united in defense of Iran and its values,” he said.

EU demands US pay for Ukraine-bound arms

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IFP Media Wire
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Western weapons flow to Ukraine's military

Trump announced on Monday that he will allow other NATO members to buy American-made Patriot missile defense systems and other weapons for Ukraine – but indicated that US taxpayers will no longer finance Kiev’s war effort.

“The United States will not be having any payment made. We’re not buying it, but we will manufacture it, and they’re going to be paying for it,” the US leader said during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in the Oval Office, adding “this will be a business for us.”

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Kallas welcomed Trump’s announcement but noted that Brussels “would like to see the US share the burden.”

“If we pay for these weapons – it’s our support, it’s European support,” Kallas explained when asked to clarify what she meant by sharing the burden.

“We are doing as much as we can to help Ukraine, and therefore the call is that everybody would do the same. It’s, you know, if you promise to give the weapons but say that somebody else is going to pay – it’s not really given by you, is it?”

Moscow has repeatedly denounced Western arms supplies to Ukraine, saying they only serve to prolong the bloodshed and escalate the conflict without altering its course. Russia remains open to negotiations but has not received a response from Kiev on the timing of the next round.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated on Tuesday that EU and NATO leaders have put Trump under “improper pressure” to adopt a hardline stance. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov stressed that “any attempts to make demands, let alone issue ultimatums, are unacceptable.”

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also criticized Trump’s threat to impose “severe” secondary tariffs of up to 100% in 50 days, noting that such ultimatums are “perceived by the Ukrainian side not as a signal toward peace, but as a signal to continue the war.”

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