Staff Reports
The Iranian government has rolled out the red carpet of denial after the U.S. Department of Justice charged three individuals—one being Iranian—with plotting the assassination of none other than Donald Trump. This alleged scheme apparently springs from Iran’s mourning of their former military commander, Qasem Soleimani, who was vaporized by U.S. drone strikes back in 2020. In response to these serious allegations, the Iranians have taken the stage, claiming that the U.S. is merely fabricating stories to further complicate relations. But really, when choosing between the words of Iran’s mullahs and the political operatives at the Biden-Harris “Justice” Department, a wise person knows where to place their bet.
On a Saturday news segment, Iranian officials swiftly brushed off the U.S. claims as a “completely baseless” fabrication. The spokesperson from Iran’s foreign ministry, using what could only be described as diplomatic double-talk, insisted that these accusations are nothing more than a concocted tale spun by anti-Iranian factions—likely with a pointing finger at Zionists lurking behind the curtain. Apparently, whatever rights Iran claims it wants restored remains a mystery, as they didn’t stop to expand on that little tidbit. However, it’s hard to see how the sheer existence of a Jewish state like Israel is a violation of their rights, unless, of course, your worldview is colored by the delusional agendas common among authoritarian regimes.
🚨Update: Iran rejects US claims that it is planning to assassinate Donald Trump, accusing CIA of orchestrating a malicious conspiracy. pic.twitter.com/oHqCnJppep
— US Civil Defense News (@CaptCoronado) November 9, 2024
Interestingly enough, one political commentator decided to side with the Islamic Republic because, in his view, it would have been “stupid” for Iran to actually attempt an assassination. This leads to a puzzling assumption that the U.S. often misdirects blame to the “wrong people.” One can imagine that the commentator doesn’t have a long history of studying regimes that operate with a loose grasp on truth or the consequences of their actions.
However, before anyone starts feeling too cozy with Iran, it’s worth recalling that this isn’t the first time the regime has threatened new-age political figures. Just last year, prominent Iranian military officials made it clear that they’d love a piece of Trump—and others from the previous administration—promptly warning they’d make it a heavenly mission. This is not new fan fiction; it’s evidence that their claims of innocence ring hollow, echoing through history like an audio loop of hot air.
The Supreme Leader himself has previously vowed vengeance with statements dripping in hostility, clearly targeting not only Trump but also his close allies. While the globe watches in disbelief, Iran has incorporated threats against the U.S. into its national policy—which raises an eyebrow only slightly less than the type of ushers at Hollywood award shows who make a living by holding cue cards. On the other side, some scholars might argue that Iran’s unsettling adherence to the doctrine of taqiyya—strategies of deceit rooted in their own religious theology—provides ample evidence that their current denials are worth less than a noble peace prize.
With the backdrop of Iranian tumult and a chorus of denials, the reality remains as unfortunate as ever: they have a history, and this past continues to haunt the possible future relations with the U.S. The Islamic Republic’s claims today could easily be leveraged as a smokescreen to divert attention from their intentions. In a world where truth and deception often clash, the real question is whether anyone can discern the genuine from the cleverly staged performance put forth by a regime famous for its grandiose lies.
