Tehran, IRNA – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has criticized US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent for his offensive remarks about Iran, saying Washington should reflect on its strategic failures in the Persian Gulf rather than insult other nations.
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Ghalibaf to Bessent: Reflect on your strategic failures instead of insulting nations
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November 15, 2026
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Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf responded to critical remarks by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, urging the United States to acknowledge its strategic failures in the Persian Gulf region rather than making insulting statements toward Iran. The exchange reflects ongoing diplomatic tensions between Tehran and Washington over regional policy and rhetoric.
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