Iran's Deputy Info Officer of President Office says stance on war unchanged, continues to defend nation, Tasnim reports

Iran's reaffirmation of its defense stance amidst ongoing war discussions indicates potential for continued tensions in the region.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 1 Apr 2026, 15:46 UTCOn the live feed at 15:26 UTC — 6 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Iran's Deputy Info Officer of President Office says stance on war unchanged, continues to defend nation, Tasnim reports

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Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtba Khamenei emphatically declares that the consistent policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, following on the path of Imam Khomeini and the martyred Leader, is to continue supporting the Resistance against the Israeli-US enemy

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This could impact energy markets, particularly WTI crude oil, as investor sentiment often reacts to geopolitical risks. Traders should monitor how this situation evolves, as a prolonged conflict could exacerbate supply disruptions and drive prices higher.

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