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Iranian Lawmaker Urges Nuclear Response to US Attack
A senior Iranian lawmaker, Mohammad-Saleh Jokar, urged Iran's leadership on Thursday to authorize nuclear weapons use in response to a potential US attack, also suggesting withdrawal from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
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- 01Iranian lawmaker Mohammad-Saleh Jokar called for authorizing nuclear weapons use against a potential US attack.
- 02Jokar also urged Iran to suspend cooperation with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty if attacked.
- 03Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the US against further military action.
- 04The IRGC threatened to turn occupied territories into "scorched earth" if energy facilities are targeted.
- 05Defense Minister Mehrdad Ahlaghki warned of American casualties if a confrontation occurs.
This escalation in rhetoric follows threats from other Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Defense Minister Mehrdad Ahlaghki, who warned of severe retaliation against the US and Israel. The statements come amid ongoing tensions and President Donald Trump's consideration of renewed strikes against Iran.
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