IRAN PRAISES MURDER – D.C. KILLER Called “Brother”!
The controversial stance of the Kayhan newspaper, linked to Iran’s Supreme Leader, praising violence in the heart of Washington, D.C., raises concerns over its wider geopolitical implications.
At a Glance
- Kayhan newspaper hailed the murders of an American and Israeli in Washington, calling them “revolutionary actions.”
- The assailant, Elias Rodriguez, reportedly acted “for Palestine . . . for Gaza.”
- Praise for violence aligns with Kayhan’s historical endorsements, including the 1989 fatwa against Salman Rushdie.
- News of potential U.S.-Iran nuclear talks adds complexity to the geopolitical landscape.
Endorsement of Violence
Kayhan, a publication closely aligned with Iran’s Supreme Leader, openly celebrated the assassination of an American and Israeli in Washington, D.C. The newspaper described Elias Rodriguez, the alleged assailant, as a “dear brother” and praised his actions for their “revolutionary” merit. Moreover, Kayhan’s characterization of the murdered individuals as “Zionist wild animals” reflects a dangerous rhetoric that has drawn international criticism.
Vatan-e-Emrooz, associated with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, also expressed approval of the violent acts. The glorification of these murders highlights the broader governmental approach of maintaining power through fear and intimidation. Critics have emphasized that such rhetoric is not isolated to Kayhan but reflects a systemic pattern in Iran’s leadership approach toward its adversaries.
Geopolitical Ramifications
The timing of Kayhan’s editorial praise coincides with news of potential U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations, raising questions about Iran’s actual stance in diplomatic discussions. While the Trump administration reportedly considers an interim agreement with Iran, the apparent endorsement of violence by Iranian media stokes fears of insincerity in these talks.
“Iran openly calls for terror attacks against Israel on U.S. soil. Kayhan, the mouthpiece of Supreme Leader Khamenei, praises the attack on Israeli embassy staff in Washington DC—one of whom was an American citizen—calling the killer the founder of the ‘Washington Basij,’ Iran’s brutal militia.” – Oren Marmorstein.
Iran’s history as a designated state sponsor of terrorism since the mid-1980s, combined with Kayhan’s historical endorsements of violence like the 2022 New York stabbing of Salman Rushdie, underscore global concerns. These connections stress the perceived duplicity of Iran’s promises in international negotiations. Such a pattern also highlights a regime seemingly undeterred by potential fallout from the global community.
A History of Violence
Kayhan’s recent articles echo its long-standing support for extremist actions; the newspaper previously expressed satisfaction over the fatwa against Salman Rushdie. This celebration of violence as a divine mechanism of control within Iran underscores a governmental strategy dating back to the infamous 1989 edict by Ayatollah Khomeini.
“These repulsive newspaper articles are a reminder that the Iranian regime is the leading state-sponsor of antisemitism.” – Jason Brodsky.
The lingering question remains—how will Kayhan’s rhetoric influence Iran’s international relations, particularly amid the anticipation of nuclear talks? As tensions continue to boil, these actions reaffirm the necessity for vigilance and thorough scrutiny in international dealings with Iran.
