Rarely seen pictures of Mohsen Rafiqdoost
- It is essential to recognize that Mr. Rafiq Doost has dedicated over five decades of service to the Islamic Republic and the leadership of the Revolution. The media outlets that have manipulated his words appear to be leveraging these distortions as part of a broader agenda to undermine both his reputation and the standing of the Islamic Republic. This strategic misrepresentation strongly indicates external elements’ involvement in a coordinated effort to damage the image of the Iranian government and its diplomatic affairs.
- The final segment of the interview, where these controversial statements were made, lacks historical and legal authenticity due to several factors, including Mr. Rafiq Doost’s prior medical condition, the prolonged nature of the interview, and the fatigue he may have experienced. Given these considerations, publishing media should have exercised greater diligence and responsibility before disseminating this content. It was expected that they would consider the country’s circumstances and international sensitivities before releasing such material.
- Some media outlets have drawn conclusions from the statements made in the interview without fully accounting for Mr. Rafiq Doost’s health condition and the extensive range of topics covered in the discussion. Given these factors, it is imperative that only the official narrative be accepted as a reliable account of events. Any interpretations outside of the official statement should be treated with skepticism.
- The interview included discussions of various historical events and references to other individuals’ memories about certain assassinations abroad. In the final question posed by the interviewer, references were made to these events and the names of other individuals. It must be emphasized that these references were citations from other sources rather than direct assertions by Mr. Rafiq Doost himself. Moreover, some events, such as the assassination of Fereydoun Farrokhzad, have no connection to Mr. Rafiq Doost’s tenure in office.
- Taking all these factors into consideration, it is crucial for media outlets to approach the matter with a sense of responsibility and refrain from hasty conclusions or misjudgments. The interests of the Islamic Republic of Iran must be safeguarded, and journalists should ensure that their reports are aligned with verified legal sources and official narratives rather than relying on fragmented and potentially misleading statements.
2025-03-10
