Islamic Republic Presents October 7 Attack as a Sign of Israel’s “Decline”
On the third anniversary of the October 7 attack, Ali Abdollahi, chief of staff of the Islamic Republic’s armed forces, said the assault had accelerated Israel’s “decline” and shifted Tehran-backed groups from a defensive to an offensive strategy.
On the third anniversary of the October 7 attack, Ali Abdollahi, chief of staff of the Islamic Republic’s armed forces, said the assault had accelerated Israel’s “decline” and shifted Tehran-backed groups from a defensive to an offensive strategy.
The Islamic Republic’s military commanders’ emphasis on Israel’s “decline” also represents an attempt to preserve a narrative of victory, at a time when Tehran’s regional position and deterrent capabilities are under considerable pressure.