Cornyn Says “Iran Has Been at War With the West Since 1979”

Sen. John Cornyn described Iran as having “waged war on the West and our values” going back to the 1979 Islamic Revolution — a reference to the breakdown in relations after Iran’s overthrow of the Shah and subsequent antagonism toward Western nations. Cornyn said recent coordinated strikes against Tehran reflect a moment to counter that historical hostility. The statement highlights how long-running geopolitical tensions between Iran and Western powers have shaped current policy debates, especially amid recent military actions in the region.