Power, history and a sharp sarcasm, a new twist in the war of words between Iran and Trump

News India Live, Digital Desk: There is a lot of bitterness in politics around the world these days, but when this debate goes from the political corridors and reaches the pages of history and religion, then it should be understood that the matter is very deep. Recently, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has done something similar. He directly targeted the newly elected US President Donald Trump and mentioned some of the most controversial names in history. What is the story? Often we have seen that leaders of two countries speak ill of each other’s policies. But Khamenei gave the example of ‘Pharaoh’ and ‘Namrud’ to warn Trump. If you have read old stories or history, you would know that these names are recorded as extremely powerful but arrogant rulers who met a very bad end. Khamenei’s message was clear – no matter how great the power, if it is based on ‘injustice’, it is certain to collapse. Why did Khamenei choose Trump? It is not hidden that there is an old enmity between Iran and Trump. The economic sanctions and tensions imposed during Trump’s first term are still fresh in Iran’s memories. Now when Trump is once again in the center of discussion, Iran probably felt that pressure should be created through such ‘mental and ideological attacks’ instead of direct diplomacy. Effect of historical context Giving examples of Pharaoh (Pharaoh) and Nimrod (Nimrod) is not just to scare. Khamenei wants to show his supporters and the Muslim world that for him America is not just a country but a force which it is their religious and moral duty to fight. Khamenei has termed Trump’s personality and his aggressive foreign policy as a new form of ‘dictatorship’ and ‘arrogance’. What is going to happen next? The question arises whether these heavy words will bring any change in reality? Donald Trump, who himself is known for expressing his views openly, may also respond to this sarcasm in his own style. But at the moment, this statement of Khamenei has attracted the attention of the whole world. This war is being fought not only on the border, but also through words and examples. Now it remains to be seen whether in this new chapter of America, the bitter relations between Iran and America go towards improvement or the conflict is going to increase further.