Iran Calls for Independent Regional Security Order, Condemns U.S. “Bullying”

Iran Calls for Independent Regional Security Order, Condemns U.S. “Bullying”

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has condemned what he described as U.S. “bullying” and disregard for the interests of its allies, calling for a new regional security framework independent of outside powers.

Ghalibaf said on August 22 that Tehran had received multiple messages from neighboring countries regarding the creation of new security arrangements and expanded economic cooperation in the region.

He argued that U.S. policies had placed the security of Washington’s regional allies at risk, particularly in the context of the confrontation involving Iran and Israel.

Ghalibaf said a “homegrown, independent” regional order would be capable of providing greater peace and security in the Middle East, rather than relying on external military powers.

The remarks come amid escalating tensions between Tehran and Washington, including the U.S. campaign of economic pressure against Iran and the continuing dispute over security and navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

The statement also signals Tehran’s push for a regional security architecture in which neighboring states play a greater role and U.S. military influence is reduced.