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War Is Not Always the Solution: Iranian President

islamtimes.com · August 27, 2026

CSPII Commentary: As the prophet Mohammad went to war every 6 weeks during the last 9 years of his life, and Muslims are told to follow in his footsteps as his way is to be emulated, the need for war takes on a deeper meaning.

US cannot achieve its goals through economic pressure: Iranian president

Anadolu Ajansı · August 26, 2026

CSPII Commentary: End-Times belief by the Shia leadership in Iran, called Twelvers, is actually eagerly anticipating hard times in connection with the period called The Hour, during which the messiah Mahdi is believed will appear. Of course, hard times is intended for the average citizen and not the leadership themselves.