Iran Threatens Retaliation Without Geographic Limits If Attacked
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei threatened immediate and powerful retaliation without geographic limits if Iran is attacked by the U.S. or Israel. He also ordered an update to Iran's target bank to include U.S. and Israeli assets. These statements were made amidst ongoing diplomatic talks between Iran and the U.S. mediated by Qatar, focusing on Iran's nuclear program and sanctions, though Iranian officials maintain a rigid stance on their demands.
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- Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei threatened immediate, powerful retaliation without geographic limits if attacked.
- Khamenei ordered Iran's target bank updated to include tangible and intangible U.S. and Israeli assets.
- Iran will determine the timing and conditions for ending conflict if attacked by U.S. or Israel.
- Diplomatic talks are ongoing between Iran and the U.S. mediated by Qatar.
- Iranian officials insist on their seven conditions for any progress in negotiations.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has warned of an immediate and powerful response without geographic limitations should Iran be attacked, according to Iranian media. Speaking after a meeting with top military commanders, including the head of the armed forces, the Revolutionary Guards, and the army, Khamenei stated that Iran would determine the timing and conditions for ending any conflict if the United States and Israel renew their attacks.
Khamenei also ordered an update to Iran's target bank to include "tangible and intangible assets" of the U.S. and Israel. He emphasized the need to strengthen military intelligence and combat capabilities, as well as spiritual resilience and the spirit of jihad, while ensuring the needs of the armed forces are met.
These threats come amid heightened security tensions and ongoing diplomatic efforts. Saudi Al-Arabiya reported on a draft proposal being discussed by mediators between the U.S. and Iran, addressing key issues such as Iran's nuclear program, U.S. sanctions, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. China's potential involvement in ensuring the agreement's implementation is also being considered.
Despite reports of progress in diplomatic talks, Iranian officials maintain a firm stance. The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that Iran's conditions have been clearly communicated to mediators and that progress can only be made if Iran's seven conditions are met, rejecting any "stick and carrot" approach.
Similarly, Ebrahim Azizi, Chairman of the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee, warned of severe consequences for the U.S. and Israel if they make any miscalculations, stating they would bear heavy losses politically, economically, militarily, and in terms of internal security. He highlighted Iran's full readiness and its utilization of hybrid warfare capabilities.
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