Qalibaf Warns of Military Attacks on Iran, Citing Economic Pressure as Key Enemy Strategy

In May 2026, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf warned of potential military and terrorist attacks against Iran. He stated that the "enemy" is leveraging economic pressure, citing new US measures in the Strait of Hormuz and a naval blockade as attempts to force an Iranian surrender. Qalibaf emphasized that Iran is currently fighting one of its greatest contemporary wars and called for domestic cooperation to mitigate economic hardships. He concluded that while the struggle is difficult, an Iranian victory would solidify its role as a global power, adding that US citizens would ultimately suffer from their government's misguided economic policies.