U.S. Warns Iran Not to Misjudge Trump as Protests Intensify, Issues Message in Persian
The U.S. State Department warned Iran not to misjudge President Donald Trump, issuing the message in Persian as deadly protests raised intervention concerns.
The U.S. State Department’s Persian-language account on X (formerly Twitter) reposted an image of President Donald Trump with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, emphasizing that Trump’s decisions are serious and not to be taken lightly. The post included the message in Persian: “Do not play with President Trump.”
The move appears aimed at directly reaching Persian-speaking audiences, signaling U.S. intentions and seriousness in foreign policy matters, particularly regarding Iran and the Middle East. Officials said this is part of a broader diplomatic communication strategy.
Secretary Rubio highlighted that when President Trump makes a promise or announces an intention, it represents an actionable commitment. He added the message underscores the president’s responsibility in making policy decisions that carry weight internationally.
The Persian-language messaging aligns with a growing trend of U.S. officials using foreign-language social media posts to communicate directly with international audiences, circumventing traditional media channels. The approach is designed to send clear signals without translation delays or misinterpretation.
The post follows other high-profile communications targeting Persian-speaking users, including remarks from Elon Musk in response to Iranian leader statements, demonstrating the increasing role of social media in shaping international public opinion.
The United States has previously used targeted messaging in multiple languages to influence foreign public opinion, particularly in regions where political tensions are high. Analysts say this method supplements traditional diplomacy and allows Washington to bypass state-controlled media.
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