What happened on the floor
During a session aired by state media, several Iranian lawmakers put on military-style uniforms and loudly chanted “Death to America” and “Death to Israel.” It was not subtle. Cameras caught the moment live, and the message was unmistakable: a show of defiance that was meant for both domestic and international audiences.
Why the timing matters
The protest came as U.S. officials say they are engaged in talks or back-channel contacts with Iran. That makes the spectacle awkward for Tehran. On one hand, hardliners burnish their anti-West credentials. On the other, those same leaders may be negotiating to ease pressure. The result is political theater that looks tough but could be aimed at shoring up internal support.
Who was being signaled
Wearing military-style gear suggested the lawmakers wanted to show allegiance to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps or other security forces. That is a clue. The chant was not aimed at a random crowd. It was a message to rival factions inside Iran, the IRGC, and to foreign governments watching for signs of Iran’s next move.
What this means for U.S. policy
For American policymakers the episode highlights a familiar problem: rhetoric and actions do not always move in the same direction. Iran can talk to the United States while officials in Tehran still trade in hostile slogans. That split complicates negotiations and makes any deal harder to trust without ironclad verification.
How to read the show of force
Take the chant as theater with a purpose. It scares some audiences and reassures others. The West should respond with clear-eyed firmness. Praise or trust are not earned by slogans on live TV. Real change requires facts on the ground and verifiable behavior, not just words or staged performances.
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