JUST IN: Iranian Army Spokesman Declares Military Operations Will Continue Until Political Leadership Decides to Stop
Brig. Gen. Mohammad Akraminia Signals Military Subordination to Civilian Command Amid Ongoing US-Iran Conflict and Hormuz Standoff
By Reflecto News Staff
April 6, 2026
The spokesman for the Iranian Army, Brigadier General Mohammad Akraminia, stated that retaliatory operations against US-Israeli aggression will persist until the country’s political leadership orders a halt, emphasizing that the military will not unilaterally decide to end the fighting.
In a statement released on Sunday, Akraminia said the armed forces’ actions are aimed at bringing the enemy to a “point of genuine remorse,” describing this as a strategic necessity to deter future aggression. He noted that after more than a month of conflict, the opposing side has “in fact, been defeated” in achieving its objectives.
Key Elements of the Statement
- The Iranian Army will continue the war as long as the political leadership (under President Masoud Pezeshkian and Supreme Leader guidance) deems it necessary.
- Operations are framed as defensive and retaliatory, focused on inflicting lasting psychological and strategic costs on the US and Israel.
- The spokesman stressed unity between the regular Army (Artesh) and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) under central command.
This message underscores the hierarchical structure of Iran’s military decision-making: operational forces execute policy set by the political and supreme leadership, rather than acting independently.
Context in the Escalating Crisis
The statement comes as President Donald Trump maintains his Tuesday, April 7, 8:00 PM ET deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on power plants, bridges, and other infrastructure. The US has insisted that the free flow of oil through the strait must be part of any ceasefire deal.
Regional mediation efforts by Türkiye, Egypt, and Pakistan have stalled, with Iran rejecting proposals that include immediate reopening of the strait without broader guarantees, war reparations, and an end to aggression. Tehran has also declined direct meetings with US officials.
Broader Iranian Posture
- Iran continues to restrict maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz (handling ~20% of global oil trade), using it as leverage.
- Iranian officials, including the Foreign Ministry and Parliament Speaker, have warned of reciprocal strikes on American or affiliated targets and potential disruption of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- Russia has condemned reported attacks near the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant.
The army spokesman’s remarks reinforce Iran’s resolve while signaling that any de-escalation decision rests with the political leadership — a message likely aimed at both domestic audiences and international mediators.
What Lies Ahead
With Trump’s deadline fast approaching, the risk of direct US military action against Iranian infrastructure remains high. A last-minute diplomatic breakthrough appears unlikely given the wide gap between US demands for immediate free navigation and Iran’s insistence on comprehensive guarantees.
Reflecto News will continue monitoring any further statements from Iranian military or political officials, responses from Washington, and developments regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
This story is developing.
Sources include statements by Brig. Gen. Mohammad Akraminia (Iranian Army spokesman), PressTV, and reports on the ongoing US-Iran conflict.