Iran has issued a stern warning to the United States
amid reports of potential military operations, as additional American troops
continue to be deployed across the Middle East.
In a video statement, Iranian military spokesperson
Ebrahim Zolfaqari criticised U.S. leadership, cautioning that any escalation
could lead to serious consequences.
The warning follows reports that the Pentagon is
considering limited ground operations involving special forces and conventional
troops, although officials have indicated that a full-scale invasion is not
being planned.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly
dismissed claims of troop deployment, stating that no such action has been
approved.
Despite these assurances, approximately 3,500
additional U.S. personnel have reportedly been sent to the region as part of a
deployment linked to the USS Tripoli (LHA-7).
Iranian officials have reiterated their readiness to
respond forcefully. The country’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf,
stated that Iranian forces are prepared to confront any ground presence and
warned of continued missile readiness.
The heightened tensions come after recent strikes in
Tehran, which reportedly damaged infrastructure and caused power outages in
parts of the capital.
Iran has also signalled the possibility of targeting
U.S.-linked interests in the region in response to attacks on its own
facilities, raising concerns about a broader escalation.
Attention has also shifted to Kharg Island, a critical
hub for Iran’s oil exports, amid speculation that it could become a strategic
focus in any future confrontation.
While military planning continues, U.S. officials
maintain that no final decision has been made regarding ground operations,
leaving the situation uncertain as tensions persist.
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