Credited from: REUTERS
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has made a significant appeal to American voters, urging them to reject President Donald Trump's policies and to "wrest control back from corrupt politicians." This call is encapsulated in a 25-page open letter issued recently, which highlights the failures of U.S. foreign policy and suggests that peaceful coexistence is possible if the American political landscape changes. The IRGC argues that the ongoing conflict has underscored the unsatisfactory outcomes of U.S. military interventions and urges Americans to reconsider their support for such policies, according to Reuters and Channel News Asia.
The letter directly addresses the disconnect between the U.S. government and its citizens, claiming that both Iranians and Americans share similar grievances against their political leaders. It asserts that Trump's administration has misled Americans about the nature of Iran's nuclear program, which Tehran maintains is solely for peaceful purposes, as well as the conduct of the U.S. war against Iran, according to Al Jazeera and India Times.
A crucial point made in the open letter is the IRGC's assertion that U.S. military operations aimed at undermining Iran have not succeeded in achieving their goals, instead presenting Iran as having resisted effectively. "The U.S. and Israel expended thousands of bombs and missiles…yet failed to achieve any of their declared objectives," the letter states, declaring Iran victorious despite claims of American gains. This statement portrays a resilient image of Iran amidst ongoing conflict, according to Reuters and Channel News Asia.
Furthermore, IRGC spokesperson Hossein Mohebbi emphasized that American citizens are largely ignorant of the ramifications of Trump's policies. He stated, "If they were aware of these realities, they would definitely think differently and put pressure on their administration." This critique seeks to galvanize American voters to reassess their political choices before the upcoming midterm elections, according to Al Jazeera and India Times.
The IRGC's open letter also aims to dismantle the cultural and political narratives surrounding the phrase "Death to America," asserting that it targets the U.S. political establishment rather than its citizens. This reframe is intended to foster a sense of solidarity and common interest between the two populations, which the IRGC believes could lead to a more favorable view among U.S. voters. Such cultural outreach complements Iran's broader strategy of communicating with Western audiences through various media, all while stressing that the conflict is largely a political matter that the American electorate can influence, according to Channel News Asia and India Times.