What Iran’s Top Security Official Said About June 2025 U.S. and Israeli Strikes
This documentary segment features an interview with Ali Larijani, who served as the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council and was responsible for Iran’s nuclear negotiations. The interview, conducted in September 2025, addresses the June 2025 conflict involving the U.S. and Israel and Iran’s strategic responses.
Larijani discusses Iran’s diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts with the U.S. and issues a warning regarding potential new attacks. His statements provide insight into Iran’s position following the 12-day war with the U.S. and Israel in June 2025. The interview also touches upon Larijani’s background, including his past role in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and his tenure as parliament speaker, and his reported involvement in internal security matters preceding the February 2026 U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran.
Key Themes & Topics Examined
- Iran’s foreign policy and national security perspectives.
- The dynamics of U.S.-Iran and Israel-Iran relations.
- Diplomatic efforts and military tensions in the Middle East.
- The role of Ali Larijani in Iranian politics and security.
- The context of the June 2025 conflict and subsequent events.
Archival & Investigative Sources
- Interview with Ali Larijani conducted on September 22, 2025.
- Information regarding Larijani’s political and military career.
- Contextual details from the 2025 documentary “Strike on Iran: The Nuclear Question.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who was Ali Larijani?
Ali Larijani was a prominent Iranian political figure who served as the secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, overseeing Iran’s nuclear negotiations. He was also a former speaker of the Iranian parliament and a member of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
What was the significance of the June 2025 events?
The June 2025 events refer to a 12-day conflict involving the U.S. and Israel with Iran, which is referenced as a backdrop to Ali Larijani’s interview and his discussions on Iran’s foreign policy and security posture.
When was this interview conducted?
The interview with Ali Larijani was conducted on September 22, 2025, in Tehran, by FRONTLINE’s Sebastian Walker.
