Iran Threatens US and Israel, Citing Prepared Target List
Translated & summarized from 0404 by baba
A senior Iranian security official announced that Iran has prepared a list of targets and is ready to respond forcefully to any further military action by the U.S. and Israel. The official warned that attacks could include American interests and infrastructure, especially if Iranian officials or civilians are harmed. These threats emerge amidst ongoing military and economic pressure on Iran from its adversaries.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Iran has prepared a list of targets and is ready to respond forcefully to further U.S. and Israeli military action.
- A senior Iranian security official issued the threats amid escalating regional tensions.
- Iran distrusts U.S. diplomatic messages and continues military preparations.
- Pressure is growing within Iran to act against the U.S. naval blockade impacting oil exports.
- Iran may expand targets to include U.S. political objectives if its officials or civilians are harmed.
A senior Iranian security official stated that Tehran is preparing for the possibility of further military action by the United States and Israel. The official warned of a severe response that would include targeting American interests and infrastructure linked to those involved in combat. According to the official, Iran has already compiled a list of targets for attack should a significant escalation occur.
The Iranian official expressed distrust in diplomatic messages from Washington, viewing them as insufficient to prevent a renewed conflict. He indicated that Iran's military preparations are ongoing alongside political contacts, based on the assessment that a wider campaign remains a possibility. The official also claimed that pressure is mounting within Iran for the government to take strong action against the U.S. naval blockade, which is impacting Tehran's oil exports and revenue.
Some in Iran reportedly see action against the blockade as self-defense, though it could worsen the conflict with the U.S. The official further clarified that operational levels have received instructions for a potential new war scenario. He asserted that if a campaign involves the elimination of Iranian officials or harm to civilians, the regime might expand its target list to include American political objectives, combatants, and their supporting infrastructure.
These strong statements come amid military and economic pressure from the U.S. and Israel on Iran. The threats appear to be Tehran's attempt to deter its adversaries from further attacks while it grapples with the consequences of ongoing campaigns and its diminished capacity to fund regime activities.
