US threats against Iran reflect Washington's history of war deception: Analyst

Former US government adviser Paul Larudee says Washington has a long record of fabricating pretexts for military aggression, arguing that Iran will judge US threats by Washington’s actions rather than its rhetoric. Larudee stressed that Iran would not allow US threats to dictate its decisions, emphasizing that Tehran would act according to its national interests and developments on the ground. "Iran is going to do what it needs to do when it needs to do it," he told Press TV in a Sunday interview.

He also questions Western media credibility, citing the false weapons of mass destruction claims used to justify the 2003 invasion of Iraq. He argues that corporate media serve powerful interests, noting the importance of alternative outlets in challenging dominant narratives and exposing misinformation. The commentator describes social media as a vital platform for alternative views but warns that corporate interests can exploit it to monitor and suppress dissent.

The former US adviser nevertheless underscores the importance of free expression, saying "the free exchange of ideas is useful," while calling for greater awareness of the powerful interests shaping online discourse and public perceptions.