According to Vanguard Newspaper, Iran military leadership issued a stark ultimatum on Thursday, vowing to sustain retaliatory strikes against US interests in the region unless Washington ceases its offensive operations. The warning marks a significant escalation in rhetoric amid rising tensions in the Persian Gulf.
Brigadier General Amir Ali Hajizadeh, commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ aerospace division, delivered the threat during a state television address. He stated that Iran’s response to any American action would be immediate and relentless.
“We will not hesitate for a second, our strikes will be continuous and increasing in intensity,” Hajizadeh declared. “If the US does not halt its attacks, they will face a storm they cannot contain.”
The statement follows a series of exchanges between US and Iranian forces over the past week, including a reported drone interception and naval skirmishes near the Strait of Hormuz. The Pentagon has confirmed defensive actions but has not commented on future operational plans.
Analysts view the Iranian posture as a calculated move to pressure Washington into de-escalation while demonstrating domestic resolve. Oil prices spiked following the announcement, reflecting fears of a wider conflict that could disrupt global shipping lanes.
The US State Department has reiterated its commitment to protecting American personnel and allies, but has not directly responded to the ultimatum. Diplomatic channels remain open through Omani intermediaries, though no breakthrough is imminent…See_More
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