US Accuses Iran of Neglecting Citizens' Needs for Terrorism Funding Amid Capital Evacuation Warnings

The US State Department has issued a strong condemnation of the Iranian government, accusing it of sacrificing the fundamental needs of its population in favor of financing what it describes as terrorism and regional instability.

This statement was made through a post on the department's official Persian-language account on the platform "X," analyzing the internal crises currently facing Iran.

The statement noted: "Iran is suffering from corruption and mismanagement, and the resulting economic chaos, along with inflationary pressures on families and a worsening water crisis, has forced a national rationing system, threatening millions of families in Tehran with the possibility of evacuation from the city."

The tone of the statement intensified as the Iranian regime was accused of ignoring these crises, adding: "This year, the Iranian regime has smuggled a billion dollars in hard currency to Hezbollah instead of addressing these basic needs." It emphasized that "the funding of terrorism and the creation of instability in the region take precedence over meeting the fundamental needs of the Iranian people."

The statement concluded with a direct message: "The Iranian people deserve leadership that cares for their health, well-being, and future, not a regime that sacrifices their welfare for destructive goals."

These American remarks follow controversial comments made by Iranian President Masoud Bezhkishan last week, who warned of the consequences of the water crisis, stating: "If it does not rain by December, we will need to implement a comprehensive rationing system, and if the drought continues, it may be necessary to evacuate Tehran."

Bezhkishan's remarks sparked significant controversy domestically, with some labeling them as "exaggeration," while others viewed them as a realistic warning reflecting the severity of the crisis.

In response to these comments and the ongoing debate, Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani stated today: "What the president said does not mean we are making a decision to evacuate Tehran, but it was a warning about the seriousness of the water situation."

Mohajerani added to alleviate concerns: "Statements may be made that create the impression we need to leave the capital, but that is not the case."

This divergence between American warnings and Iranian responses highlights the depth of the gap in perspectives, as Tehran faces a dual challenge: internally managing the water crisis and deteriorating infrastructure, while externally addressing pressures regarding its regional policies.

While Washington believes Iran's priorities are focused on funding its activities abroad at the expense of its people, Tehran justifies its policies as part of its national security strategy, claiming they do not contradict its internal plans to address environmental and economic crises.