Iran’s Pezeshkian Apology Sparks Hardliner Backlash
Iranian President Pezeshkian apologized to neighbors for attacks on US bases, urging diplomacy and no further strikes. Hardliners, including IRGC-linked officials, condemned him, calling the statement weak. Despite the apology, the IRGC launched drone attacks on US bases in the UAE and Bahrain, asserting Iran’s military readiness, overriding his remarks.