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According to the Anadolu News Agency, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, stated that diplomacy can only advance when backed by readiness for war.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, Qalibaf's remarks reflect a broader Iranian trend towards enhancing economic and political independence through the use of national currencies instead of the US dollar. In a wider context, this trend mirrors Iran's efforts to circumvent US sanctions and improve its standing in the region.
