A former head of the IDF Military Intelligence Directorate (Aman) stated that an endless war serves Iran's interests, described Mojtaba Khamenei as the most radical figure in Iran, and said Iranians can survive on rice while the regime continues to improve its missile technology.
A former head of the IDF Military Intelligence Directorate (Aman) offered a stark assessment of Iran's strategic position, arguing that the Islamic Republic benefits from a prolonged conflict. The former official described Mojtaba Khamenei as the most radical figure in Iran's leadership, and stated that Iran's ability to sustain its population on rice enables it to continue developing missile capabilities. The remarks come amid ongoing US-Iran tensions, with President Trump having issued an ultimatum for a nuclear deal and Iran's vice president claiming defensive deterrence has advanced considerably since the last war. The identity of the former Aman chief was not specified in the report.
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