A professor at the University of Tehran said Iran remains aware of the possibility of a U.S. attack even if a deal is reached [1].
This warning suggests that diplomatic negotiations may not fully eliminate the risk of military escalation between the two nations. The statement underscores a deep-seated mistrust and a desire by Tehran to protect its national sovereignty regardless of the status of formal agreements.
Saadi Sadghi, a professor of American Studies at the University of Tehran, addressed the tension in Tehran [1]. She said that any U.S. targeting would be costly for Washington [1].
Sadghi said that Iran is prepared to prove its capabilities in a physical confrontation. "Our country is ready to prove this on the ground," she said [1].
According to Sadghi, the Iranian government intends to ensure that any future agreement does not violate its rights [1]. This stance indicates that Tehran views its military readiness as a necessary deterrent during diplomatic processes.
The professor's comments highlight the complex nature of U.S.-Iran relations, where the prospect of a deal exists alongside the threat of conflict. By emphasizing the cost of an attack, Sadghi said that Iran does not view a diplomatic pact as a guarantee of security [1].
“Any targeting will be costly for Washington”
The rhetoric from the University of Tehran reflects a strategy of 'deterrence through readiness.' By publicly stating that a diplomatic deal does not preclude the possibility of conflict, Iran is signaling to the U.S. that its military posture remains independent of its negotiating table positions. This suggests that any future agreement will likely require stringent security guarantees to be viewed as viable by the Iranian leadership.
