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Iran Slams US War Narrative, Compares it to Vietnam-Era 'Five O'Clock Follies'
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20-03-2026, 23:45
Iran Slams US War Narrative, Compares it to Vietnam-Era 'Five O'Clock Follies'
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Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi criticized the US war narrative, likening it to the discredited Vietnam War-era 'Five O'Clock Follies'.
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Araghchi accused American officials of presenting an overly optimistic view that doesn't match the reality on the ground.
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He challenged US claims of degrading Iranian military capabilities, citing incidents like an F-35 being hit and strategic movements of US carriers.
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The critique comes as Gen. Dan Caine stated the US destroyed 44 mine-laying Iranian vessels and continues to target naval assets.
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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth affirmed the US is 'on plan' but declined to give a timeline, leaving the decision to President Donald Trump.
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