Iran has issued a fresh warning to the United States against restarting military hostilities, insisting that its armed forces remain highly prepared for another confrontation, even as diplomatic contacts between Washington and Tehran appear to be gaining momentum.
Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, delivered the warning during an interview with Iranian state television, where he addressed the possibility of renewed conflict, recent diplomatic communications from Washington and growing discussions surrounding Iran’s nuclear doctrine.
Rezaei disclosed that he had received and carefully reviewed a letter from US Vice President JD Vance but had yet to issue a formal response. Although he declined to reveal the contents of the correspondence, he described the apparent change in Washington’s approach towards Tehran as a positive development.
According to Rezaei, the tone of the American communication had changed considerably, suggesting that Washington might be reconsidering its approach to the escalating confrontation.
The diplomatic development comes amid growing international concern over the possibility of another major military confrontation between the two countries. Reports indicate that Vance's letter was intended to explore a possible framework for restarting negotiations and preventing another round of American military strikes against Iran.
However, the diplomatic opening has not translated into a reduction in Tehran's military warnings.
Iranian officials have continued to maintain that the country's armed forces are prepared for any eventuality. Rezaei has also warned that any renewed American aggression would attract a forceful Iranian response, potentially involving weapons and capabilities that Tehran has not previously deployed.
Iran's Nuclear Doctrine Becomes a Growing Concern
One of the most consequential aspects of Rezaei's interview was his acknowledgement that discussions were underway over whether Iran should retain its existing nuclear doctrine if another war breaks out.
He was, however, careful to clarify that no official decision had been taken by the Iranian government or the Supreme National Security Council to change the country's nuclear policy.
The debate is particularly significant because Iran has consistently maintained that its nuclear programme is intended for peaceful purposes and that it does not seek to develop nuclear weapons.
Nevertheless, the repeated targeting of Iranian nuclear facilities and the wider military confrontation appear to have intensified domestic arguments about whether maintaining the country's existing nuclear position remains in its national security interest.
Rezaei suggested that some Iranians were questioning why Tehran should continue operating under the same restrictions when its nuclear infrastructure had come under attack despite cooperation with international nuclear inspectors.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) remains central to the dispute, particularly regarding inspections, monitoring and international concerns about Iran's nuclear activities.
Social Media Reactions: Is Iran Really in a Position to Challenge America?
Rezaei's remarks have generated contrasting reactions online, exposing the deep divisions surrounding Iran's military capabilities and its confrontation with the United States.
Some commentators claimed that Iran had attempted to test new military technology against an American aircraft carrier but that the alleged attempts were intercepted and destroyed. However, these claims remain unverified and should not be treated as established military facts.
Others argued that Iran might already possess nuclear weapons, interpreting Rezaei's comments about reconsidering the country's nuclear doctrine as a possible indication of a significant strategic development. No publicly verified evidence accompanying the remarks establishes that Iran has acquired a nuclear weapon.
Another section of the discussion focused on the consequences of any possible Iranian nuclear attack against Israel, with critics arguing that such an action would trigger overwhelming retaliation and potentially threaten Iran's survival.
Meanwhile, supporters of Tehran challenged the perception of American military invincibility, making claims that 16 US military bases in the Middle East had been destroyed and that American naval forces had withdrawn approximately 1,000 kilometres from the Strait of Hormuz.
Those claims have also been disputed, with opposing commentators insisting that American military installations remain operational and that the US Navy continues to maintain a significant presence in the region.
The competing arguments demonstrate how the conflict has become not only a military and diplomatic confrontation but also an intense battle over perceptions, military credibility and strategic influence.
For now, the central question remains whether the diplomatic communication between Vance and Rezaei can prevent another devastating confrontation or whether the continuing disagreement over nuclear activities, military security and regional influence will push Washington and Tehran towards another round of hostilities.
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