Iran Ready for Long War With US, Says Only Economic Pain Will Force End to Conflict
A senior Iranian official has warned that Iran is prepared for a prolonged war with the United States, suggesting that the conflict may only come to an end when mounting economic pressure forces global intervention.
The statement was made by Kamal Kharazi, a foreign policy adviser to the office of Iran’s Supreme Leader, during an interview with international media in Tehran. According to him, diplomatic negotiations are no longer a viable option at this stage of the conflict.
Kharazi argued that the current war has moved beyond the point where traditional diplomacy can resolve the dispute. He said Tehran believes the conflict will continue until the economic consequences become severe enough to push other countries to pressure Washington and its allies to stop the fighting.
“I don’t see any room for diplomacy anymore,” Kharazi reportedly said, adding that Iran believes previous negotiations with the United States were undermined by military actions during talks.
The Iranian official suggested that the ongoing war could increase economic strain across the global economy, particularly through disruptions in energy supplies. As the conflict intensifies, the pressure on oil markets and international trade routes could grow significantly.
Analysts say the Middle East remains one of the world’s most critical regions for energy supply, meaning any prolonged military confrontation could have far-reaching economic consequences. The conflict has already disrupted shipping routes and energy infrastructure in the region, causing volatility in global oil prices.
Reports indicate that maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most important oil transit routes — has been severely affected during the fighting. The disruption has pushed oil prices above $100 per barrel in recent days, triggering concerns about rising inflation and global economic instability.
The current conflict escalated after military operations involving the United States and Israel targeted Iranian positions in the region. Iran has since responded with attacks on locations it claims are linked to US military interests across the Middle East.
According to reports, Iranian strikes have affected several countries in the Gulf region. Tehran insists that its operations are aimed at US military assets, although some civilian areas and infrastructure have reportedly been impacted during the exchanges.
Meanwhile, international efforts to de-escalate the situation appear to be ongoing. Global leaders are closely monitoring the conflict, with discussions reportedly taking place between major powers about possible diplomatic solutions.
For instance, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have reportedly discussed the ongoing conflict during a recent call, with Russia proposing ideas aimed at reaching a political settlement.
Despite these diplomatic conversations, the statements from Tehran indicate that Iranian leadership currently believes the conflict could last much longer than initially expected.
Experts warn that if the war continues to escalate, it could trigger broader geopolitical tensions across the Middle East and further destabilize global energy markets.
For now, the conflict remains fluid, with both sides appearing prepared for a prolonged confrontation while the international community watches closely for any signs of de-escalation.
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