Iran Declares Any US Strike Will Trigger Strong Response
Iran on Monday warned that any potential military action by the United States — even a so-called limited strike — would be treated as a direct act of aggression. The statement came after US President Donald Trump indicated he was evaluating the possibility of targeted military action if negotiations with Tehran failed.
Speaking during a press briefing in Tehran, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei firmly rejected the idea of a “limited strike,” stating that any military action would cross a red line.
“There is no such thing as a limited strike,” Baqaei emphasized, adding that any aggressive move would prompt a decisive response under Iran’s right to self-defense.
US-Iran Tensions Rise Amid Diplomatic Talks
The warning follows Trump’s remarks last week, where he confirmed he was considering limited military action if Tehran refused to reach a new agreement with Washington.
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are ongoing. Iran and the United States recently completed a second round of indirect negotiations in Switzerland, facilitated by Oman. These discussions are taking place against the backdrop of increased US military deployment in the Middle East region.
Further talks are reportedly scheduled for Thursday, although confirmation has only come from Iranian and Omani officials so far.
Key Figures Leading the Negotiations
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is heading Tehran’s delegation in the talks. On the US side, envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner are representing Washington.
In a televised interview with Fox News, Witkoff questioned why Iran had not surrendered despite the significant American military presence in the region.
Responding to these remarks, Baqaei stated that Iran has never capitulated in its history and will not do so now.
Growing Global Concerns
The escalating rhetoric between Washington and Tehran has sparked concern across multiple countries, including Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, India, and the United States. Analysts warn that any military escalation could have serious implications for regional stability, global oil markets, and international security.
