General Mohsen Rezaei Vows Continuation of Conflict with Israel for Iran’s Future

TEHRAN, Iran – June 19, 2025 – Amid escalating tensions and ongoing exchanges of strikes, General Mohsen Rezaei, a senior commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and a member of Iran’s Expediency Council, has declared that the conflict with Israel will continue if deemed necessary for the future of the Islamic Republic.

In recent statements, Rezaei emphasized Iran’s resolve, asserting that Tehran would not stand idly by in the face of what it perceives as Israeli aggression. His remarks come as both Iran and Israel have engaged in a series of retaliatory strikes, with reports of casualties on both sides and significant damage to military and potentially nuclear facilities.

Rezaei’s comments underscore a hardening stance from Iranian leadership, signaling a readiness to endure and escalate the confrontation if it aligns with Iran’s strategic objectives for its long-term security and influence in the region. He has also reportedly issued warnings for Israelis to leave the “occupied territories,” suggesting that certain areas might become “uninhabitable” in the coming days.

Furthermore, General Rezaei recently made a controversial claim during a televised interview, stating that Pakistan has assured Iran of nuclear retaliation against Israel should Israel use nuclear weapons against Iran. This assertion, however, has been swiftly denied by Pakistani officials, who reiterated their commitment to international nuclear disciplines and affirmed that their nuclear capabilities are for defense, not escalation.

The ongoing hostilities have drawn international concern, with calls for de-escalation from various global actors. However, Rezaei’s latest pronouncements suggest that Iran remains committed to its current trajectory, viewing the conflict as a critical struggle for its national destiny and regional standing. The future of the volatile Middle East hangs precariously as both sides remain entrenched in their positions, with the potential for further escalation looming large.