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Iran's India Rep Calls West Asia Conflict "Individual War", Blames Netanyahu

Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, representing Iran's Supreme Leader in India, labeled the West Asia conflict an "individual war," squarely blaming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for seeking it for four decades. He claimed Netanyahu finally convinced former US President Donald Trump to support this aim, while criticizing current US-Israel military and negotiation tactics as unserious and ineffective. Ilahi emphasized the deep, 5,000-year civilizational bond between India and Iran, predicting relations will strengthen post-conflict. His comments coincide with other Iranian leaders framing the regional resistance and ceasefire efforts as unified with Iran's stance.

Key Points: Iran's Envoy: Netanyahu Sought War for 40 Years | West Asia Conflict

  • Conflict termed an "individual war"
  • Netanyahu accused of 40-year pursuit
  • US-Israel alliance criticized for tactics
  • Civilizational India-Iran ties highlighted
  • Diplomatic efforts called insincere
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Representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India calls West Asia conflict "individual war", says Israel sought conflict for 40 years

Iran's Supreme Leader's representative in India calls the West Asia conflict an "individual war," alleging Benjamin Netanyahu planned it for decades with Trump's support.

"He wanted to initiate this war for 40 years against Iran. - Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi"

Jaipur, April 16

Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, on Wednesday described the ongoing West Asia conflict as an "individual war," alleging that Israeli leadership had long sought military confrontation against Iran.

Speaking to the media in Jaipur, Ilahi said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been pursuing a war against Iran for decades.

"The Prime Minister of Israel, as he mentioned, wanted to initiate this war for 40 years against Iran. He could not convince any President of the United States in the past (to launch a war against Iran), but this time he convinced US President Trump to support him...This is an individual war," he said.

He also criticised the conduct of the US-Israel alliance in the ongoing conflict, alleging that diplomatic efforts were not taken seriously. "From the beginning, we announced that they (US-Israel) are not serious about the negotiation. They attacked us and killed our civilians. They damaged a lot of houses, hospitals, universities and public places. But within 40 days, they couldn't achieve anything," Ilahi said.

He further claimed that military pressure had failed to achieve strategic objectives and suggested that diplomatic negotiations were being used as an alternative route. "They wanted to achieve whatever they couldn't achieve through war by negotiation. But they understood that through negotiation, they cannot get it...They think that everything is a business," he added.

Highlighting civilisational ties between India and Iran, Ilahi emphasised the depth of bilateral relations and expressed confidence in their future trajectory. "Our relationship with India is rooted in 5,000 years of cultural, educational, and philosophical connections. We are linked to India through civilisation. The relationship between Iran and India is very strong, and after the war, it will be even stronger and deeper," he said.

The remarks come amid heightened tensions in West Asia, with continued hostilities, diplomatic backchannel efforts, and international calls for de-escalation.

Meanwhile, Iran's parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on X that "the completion and consolidation of a comprehensive ceasefire in Lebanon will be the result of the steadfastness and struggle of the esteemed Hezbollah and its heroic deeds, and the unity of the Axis of Resistance."

He added that "the Resistance and Iran are one and the same entity, whether in war or in a ceasefire."

Ghalibaf also urged the United States, stating that "America must back down from the mistake of 'Israel first'".

- ANI

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Priya S
Calling it an "individual war" is a bit simplistic, no? There are so many players involved. But his point about the US-Israel alliance not being serious about negotiations does ring true based on past events. Endless conflict helps no one, especially the common people. 🙏
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Rohit P
Strong words. The 5000-year cultural connection with Iran is something we should cherish and build upon. However, as an Indian, my primary concern is the safety of our citizens in the region and ensuring our energy security isn't disrupted by this conflict.
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Sarah B
Reading this from an international perspective. The claim that "everything is a business" is a powerful criticism of how geopolitics often works. India has a unique position and a responsibility to advocate for peaceful dialogue. The civilian toll is heartbreaking.
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Vikram M
While I respect the diplomatic envoy's right to express his views on Indian soil, we must remember India's strong and growing partnership with Israel, especially in technology and defense. Our foreign policy is and should be 'India First'. We engage with all, but are beholden to none.
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Nikhil C
The part about damaged hospitals and universities hits hard. As a student, I can't imagine that chaos. War is a failure of diplomacy. Hope India can use its good relations with both sides to quietly push for de-escalation. Jai Hind.

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