{"id":62789,"date":"2026-04-19T11:09:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-19T11:09:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=62789"},"modified":"2026-04-19T11:09:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-19T11:09:13","slug":"enemies-miscalculated-iran-we-are-engaged-in-diplomacy-ready-for-more-invasions-usa-is-distrustful-qalibaf-ready-to-respond-army-chief","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/enemies-miscalculated-iran-we-are-engaged-in-diplomacy-ready-for-more-invasions-usa-is-distrustful-qalibaf-ready-to-respond-army-chief\/","title":{"rendered":"ENEMIES MISCALCULATED IRAN : We are Engaged in Diplomacy ! Ready for More Invasions ! USA is Distrustful : Qalibaf | Ready to Respond : Army Chief"},"content":{"rendered":"<h5 class=\"lead text-justify\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_lg td_outlined_btn\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-62795\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Iran-USA-Israel-Pakistan-Israel.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Iran-USA-Israel-Pakistan-Israel.jpg 700w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Iran-USA-Israel-Pakistan-Israel-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Iran-USA-Israel-Pakistan-Israel-696x448.jpg 696w, https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Iran-USA-Israel-Pakistan-Israel-652x420.jpg 652w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>Middle East Monitoring Desk Islamabad <\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<h5 class=\"lead text-justify\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_lg td_outlined_btn\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said Tehran is simultaneously engaged in diplomacy and ready for military confrontation, emphasizing that Iran does not trust its adversaries and is prepared for any war.<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<div class=\"story\" data-readmoretitle=\"Read more\">\n<p>In a televised address to the nation on Saturday night, Qalibaf said the \u201cthird imposed war\u201d began during negotiations through US deception, adding that previous conflicts had also started with the assassination of commanders. He noted that Iran entered the recent conflict with the experience gained from a prior 12-day war in June 2025.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that Iran had demonstrated superiority in terms of planning, quality, and execution, adding that although the enemy may not believe this, it had witnessed it on the battlefield.<\/p>\n<p>Qalibaf pointed to sustained public presence and recent military achievements, saying Iranian forces had intercepted between 170 and 180 drones during the US-Israeli war of aggression that began on February 28. He also referred to the downing of advanced fighter jets as the result of extensive design and operational efforts developed over several months.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_lg td_outlined_btn\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\">The speaker clarified that Iran does not claim to possess greater overall military power than the United States, acknowledging Washington\u2019s superior resources, but said Iran considers itself victorious in the conflict due to its performance and outcomes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>He stressed that while military equipment is important, it is not always decisive, attributing Iran\u2019s success to planning and preparedness. He added that the enemy continues to miscalculate both the Iranian people and the country\u2019s military strategy.<\/p>\n<p>Qalibaf described Iran as victorious both on the ground and in diplomacy, referring to the country\u2019s approach as a \u201cdiplomacy of power.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>He underscored that Iran has no trust in its adversaries and warned that escalation remains possible at any moment, while reaffirming that negotiations are ongoing alongside full readiness for necessary action.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"6ZfClxTJSh\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/irani-firing-two-indian-ships-with-no-casualty-irani-ship-hit-sunk-returning-from-india-taking-87-lives-two-incidents-related-to-two-friends-different-response-by-tazeen-akhtar\/\">Irani Firing @ Two Indian Ships with No Casualty | Irani Ship Hit Sunk Returning from India Taking 87 Lives | Two Incidents Related to Two Friends | Different Response &#8211; by Tazeen Akhtar<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Irani Firing @ Two Indian Ships with No Casualty | Irani Ship Hit Sunk Returning from India Taking 87 Lives | Two Incidents Related to Two Friends | Different Response &#8211; by Tazeen Akhtar&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/irani-firing-two-indian-ships-with-no-casualty-irani-ship-hit-sunk-returning-from-india-taking-87-lives-two-incidents-related-to-two-friends-different-response-by-tazeen-akhtar\/embed\/#?secret=XQfWUGieii#?secret=6ZfClxTJSh\" data-secret=\"6ZfClxTJSh\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>According to Qalibaf, proposals had been relayed to Iran through several countries, including Pakistan,<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>and were reviewed in detail by the Supreme National Security Council around the 36th day of the war. He said Iran had firmly resisted pressure and responded\u00a0 to threats, including ultimatums attributed to US President Donald Trump, warning that any escalation would have consequences for the United States and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>He added that after failing to impose its demands militarily or through threats, the aggressor resorted to indirect messaging, noting that Iran remains even more resolute now than before the ceasefire.<\/p>\n<p>Qalibaf also said that one of Iran\u2019s conditions for a ceasefire was that it must include Hezbollah, arguing that the resistance group had engaged in the conflict in support of Iran and must therefore be covered by any truce.<\/p>\n<p>He further criticized recent US moves to impose a naval blockade on Iran, calling them misguided, and asserted that Iran maintains full control over the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that no party could pass through the waterway without Iran being able to do so.<\/p>\n<p>The speaker said Iran had achieved its objectives while the enemy failed to meet its own, and emphasized that Tehran would not allow the US to claim a role or interfere in the strategic strait.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_lg td_shadow_btn\" style=\"color: #ffff00;\">He also reiterated that Iran seeks a durable peace but remains deeply distrustful of the United States, expressing hope for a guaranteed and lasting settlement that would prevent a return to cycles of war, ceasefire, and renewed conflict.<\/span><\/p>\n<h5 class=\"lead text-justify\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\"><strong>Commander of the Iranian Army Major General Amir Hatami stressed the country\u2019s full military preparedness to confront threats and aggression, stating that the Armed Forces remain vigilant and ready to respond decisively.<\/strong><\/span><\/h5>\n<div class=\"story\" data-readmoretitle=\"Read more\">\n<p>The Army chief issued a message on Friday on the occasion of Farvardin 29th, marking Army Day, emphasizing the force\u2019s readiness and defensive role.<\/p>\n<p>He stated that the Iranian Army, following the commands of Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei and relying on indigenous capabilities, up-to-date knowledge, and a strong spirit, considers itself a self-sacrificing defender of the security and tranquility of the Iranian nation while maintaining vigilance and combat readiness.<\/p>\n<p>Major General Hatami underscored that the Army, with firm determination, watchful eyes, an iron will, and \u201cfingers on the trigger,\u201d stands ready to confront any threat or act of aggression by enemies and will remain committed to its pledge until the last breath.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"td_btn td_btn_lg td_outlined_btn\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\">He also assured the Iranian nation that the Army will continue, as in the past, to move steadfastly and powerfully toward realizing the lofty ideals of the Islamic Revolution and serving the people, standing with honor and resistance until achieving final victory.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"jJW7oQsYe7\"><p><a href=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-march-april-2026\/\">Pakistan in the World \u2013 March \/ April 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><iframe class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; clip: rect(1px, 1px, 1px, 1px);\" title=\"&#8220;Pakistan in the World \u2013 March \/ April 2026&#8221; &#8212; Pakistan In the World\" src=\"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/pakistan-in-the-world-march-april-2026\/embed\/#?secret=BuRdBb8rzJ#?secret=jJW7oQsYe7\" data-secret=\"jJW7oQsYe7\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Middle East Monitoring Desk Islamabad Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said Tehran is simultaneously engaged in diplomacy and ready for military confrontation, emphasizing that Iran does not trust its adversaries and is prepared for any war. In a televised address to the nation on Saturday night, Qalibaf said the \u201cthird imposed war\u201d [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":62795,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[24],"tags":[1875,1874,543,706,197,251,285,3847,48,8342,4047,122],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/62789"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=62789"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/62789\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":62799,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/62789\/revisions\/62799"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/62795"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=62789"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=62789"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=62789"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}