Iranian leaders warn of massive military response to any attack
DpaTehranIranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on Saturday ordered the country’s armed forces to respond immediately and effectively to any threat, to achieve maximum deterrence,...
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei has directed the nation's military to respond swiftly and robustly to any threat, ensuring comprehensive deterrence, according to Iranian media. There are no geographical limitations, and Iran will determine the conflict's end conditions with the US. Khamenei, who holds ultimate authority over Iran's armed forces, stated that all types of US and Israeli assets, both tangible and intangible, are within the military's target range, as quoted.
This directive follows US President Trump reportedly receiving a briefing on potential military options against Iran during a rare in-person meeting with CENTCOM head Admiral Cooper. The meeting potentially suggests an imminent major US military operation. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi vowed a severe military response to any attack on Iran.
He responded to German Chancellor Merz's call for a rapid end to the war, which he said had cost Europe over €100 billion. Araghchi emphasized that Iran's red lines are outdated and that consultations with mediators are ongoing, confirming that Iran has examined a letter from US Vice President JD Vance, viewing it as a positive step.
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