Iran vows ‘Decisive’ response to any aggression , hails self-reliant defence

Iran's defence ministry spokesman has vowed that the country will respond to any act of aggression by enemies, hailing its "self-sufficient defence capability" and warning that past experiences have proven Tehran's resolve to its adversaries.

Iran’s defence ministry spokesman has vowed that the country will respond to any act of aggression by enemies, hailing its “self-sufficient defence capability” and warning that past experiences have proven Tehran’s resolve to its adversaries. Brigadier General Reza Talaei-Nik told journalists that Iran pursues diplomacy with authority but will give a “decisive, effective and proportionate response” to any aggression or crossing of red lines.

“The Islamic Republic of Iran pursues the path of diplomacy with authority, but in the face of any aggression or crossing of red lines, it will give a decisive, effective and proportionate response. Past experiences have proven this reality to the enemies,” Talaei-Nik said, according to state broadcaster Press TV.

The spokesman added that Iran will continue to strengthen its national power, develop deterrence, and maintain sustainable security with the support of its people, domestic capabilities, valuable defence experiences, and the guidance of supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei. The remarks come as Iran remains on high alert following the assassination of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel strike on February 28, which triggered a 108-day war that resulted in over 3,600 casualties in Iran and 13 American troop deaths.

Iran’s military leadership has repeatedly warned that the country will not abandon its quest for revenge over Khamenei’s assassination, with army chief Major General Amir Hatami recently declaring that Iran will “never cease in our pursuit of and demand for justice.” The defence ministry spokesman’s statement underscores Iran’s determination to maintain a strong defensive posture while continuing to engage in diplomatic efforts, including the ongoing negotiations with the United States under the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding.

As the 60-day negotiating period continues, Iran’s leadership has made it clear that the country will not tolerate any violations of its sovereignty or red lines. The warning serves as a message to both the US and Israel that Tehran remains prepared to respond forcefully to any perceived aggression, even as it pursues a path of diplomacy. The coming weeks will be critical in determining whether the fragile ceasefire holds or whether further escalation becomes inevitable.