Saturday, February 28, 2026

Atwan: The Confidence Expressed by Ayatollah Khamenei Is Unprecedented

Prominent Arab analyst Abdel Bari Atwan highlighted the recent remarks of Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution, noting that the tone and confidence reflected in his statements are exceptional in the context of regional tensions.

Atwan emphasized that the Iranian Leader’s comments were delivered from a position of authority and grounded in the country’s actual military capabilities.

In a video posted on his social media account, Atwan stated that Ayatollah Khamenei is not merely a political figure but also a religious leader whose words carry significant weight. He noted that the certainty expressed in the Iranian leader’s remarks is unusual compared to previous periods of regional confrontation.

Atwan added that this confidence is not rhetorical but based on concrete assessments. According to him, Iran has developed capabilities that give credibility to its strategic messaging.

He also commented on the broader regional environment, pointing to internal challenges within the United States and the presence of major American military bases across the region. Atwan argued that certain military movements are intended more as signals than as steps toward escalation.

The analyst further noted that, based on his observations, Iran has not altered its core positions in diplomatic engagements and remains firm in its strategic outlook.

Atwan concluded by referencing Iran’s long‑range missile capabilities and suggested that any potential conflict would have significant consequences for all parties involved. He also remarked that regional dynamics could shift in ways that bring major Middle Eastern actors into closer alignment.

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