Iranian Official Ali Larijani Alleges Epstein-Linked Plot to Frame Tehran

Allegation of Conspiracy

Senior Iranian politician Ali Larijani, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, alleged that individuals connected to the late US financier Jeffrey Epstein could be planning a 9/11-style attack and falsely blaming Iran. Larijani made the claim in a post on X social media platform, describing a scenario similar to the September 11 attacks in 2001.

Criticism of US Leadership

In his post, Larijani contrasted Iran’s leaders with US officials, emphasizing that Iranian leaders “have been, and still are, among the people,” while suggesting that certain US-associated networks could use false narratives to justify action against Tehran.

Context and Background

The September 11 attacks remain a defining moment in US foreign policy, prompting global military campaigns and heightened counterterrorism measures. Larijani has played a key role in shaping Iran’s strategic messaging amid ongoing tensions with Israel and the United States.

Jeffrey Epstein Connection

Epstein, a US financier accused of running a sex-trafficking ring involving underage girls, died in 2019 while in federal custody in New York. Larijani’s post referenced Epstein’s private island in framing his allegations.
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