Iran’s leader pledges revenge after deadly strikes

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed retaliation over the killing of his predecessor and father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

In a message issued during funeral ceremonies, Mojtaba Khamenei said avenging the deaths of those killed in recent conflicts was a demand of the Iranian nation. He pledged that Iran would pursue those responsible.

Iran’s judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei also announced plans to take legal action against the United States and Israel over what he called war crimes against Iran.

Speaking in Tehran, Ejei said Iranian authorities were collecting evidence and working with legal experts to pursue cases through international legal channels. He said those responsible should face punishment and provide compensation for the damage caused.

The statements come amid rising tensions between Tehran and Washington following a series of military confrontations and diplomatic disputes.

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran against any attempt to target him. He said Washington has prepared a major military response if any assassination attempt is carried out.

Trump claimed that US forces are ready to launch strikes against Iran if threats against him are acted upon. His remarks have further increased tensions between the two countries.

The latest crisis follows clashes between Iran and the United States, with both sides exchanging attacks. Earlier efforts, supported by Pakistan, aimed to reduce tensions through a memorandum focused on ending hostilities and moving towards a peace agreement.

Meanwhile, regional diplomacy continues. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Trump discussed developments in the Middle East, including US-Iran talks. They stressed the importance of protecting maritime security and ensuring stability in the region.

In Lebanon, a US military delegation is expected to visit Beirut to help implement a framework agreement aimed at reducing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.