Iran says wars are not won on social media

Al Jazeera ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete March 17, 2026 at 03:24 AM

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In March 2026, Iranian military spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters responded to comments made by U.S. President Donald Trump. Zolfaghari stated that military conflicts are resolved through physical combat, not through social media platforms. He made this statement in Iran. Zolfaghari also criticized the U.S. military campaign name "Epic Fury," suggesting it would be more accurately described as "Epic Fear." The spokesperson's remarks highlight a difference in perspective regarding the nature of modern warfare and communication strategies.

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The US campaign name “Epic Fury” was derided as better described as “Epic Fear”.

quote — Ebrahim Zolfaghari100% confidence

Wars are decided on the battlefield, not on social media.

quote — Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters100% confidence

US President Donald Trump made comments that prompted the response.

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Epic Fury 50% Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters 70% United States 70% Ebrahim Zolfaghari 80% Donald Trump 80% Iran ×290%

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wars 90% social media 80% battlefield 70% military campaign 60% international relations 50%

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