Iran warns of firm retaliation as tensions with US escalate

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made the remarks in a post on X, accusing Washington of attempting to test Iran’s resolve despite what he described as repeated failures on the

TEHRAN: Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States, declaring that any attack or threat against its sovereignty will be met with a decisive response.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made the remarks in a post on X, accusing Washington of attempting to test Iran’s resolve despite what he described as repeated failures on the battlefield. He emphasized that the Iranian nation and its armed forces remain fully prepared to confront any form of aggression.

Addressing the United States directly, Araghchi said Washington should withdraw from the Middle East if it seeks to avoid further confrontation. He stressed that Iran’s military would not leave any attack, provocation, or threat unanswered, reaffirming the country’s commitment to defending its security and independence.

The Iranian foreign minister also pointed to the history of the Persian Gulf region, arguing that foreign powers have repeatedly faced setbacks when attempting to impose their influence there. According to him, past interventions by outside forces have consistently failed to achieve their intended objectives.

Araghchi’s comments come amid renewed strain between Tehran and Washington, with both sides exchanging sharp rhetoric in recent days. Analysts view the statement as a signal that Iran considers recent US actions a threat to regional stability and remains unwilling to compromise on its defensive posture.