In a significant escalation of tensions, Iran has declared that any attack by the United States, including limited strikes, would be considered an 'act of aggression' that would provoke a fierce response. This statement follows U.S. President Donald Trump's indication that he is contemplating a limited strike on Iran if a deal is not reached. Foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei emphasized, 'An act of aggression would be regarded as an act of aggression. Period,' underscoring Iran's commitment to self-defense amid heightened military presence from the U.S. in the region, which includes the deployment of dozens of fighter jets and two aircraft carriers (Dawn, Financial Times).
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Iran Declares US Attacks 'Act of Aggression' Amid Tensions
Iran warns any U.S. attack will trigger a strong response, as tensions rise with military buildup. Supreme Leader Khamenei plans for succession amid fears of conflict and ongoing indirect talks.
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Updated 2h agoFor Iran’s Rulers, Refusing U.S. Demands Is a Risk Worth TakingFEB 23, 10:04 AMRead →Iran Could Direct Proxies to Attack U.S. Targets Abroad, Officials WarnFEB 22, 7:20 PMRead →As Trump Considers Second Iran Attack, It Could Be Deadlier Than the FirstFEB 21, 12:40 AMRead →As Trump Weighs Iran Strikes, He Declines to Make Clear Case for WhyFEB 20, 12:51 AMRead →As Trump Weighs Possible Iran Strikes, U.S. Military Moves Into PlaceFEB 19, 1:36 AMRead →
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Updated 2h agoIran says any US attack including limited strikes would be ‘act of aggression’FEB 23, 9:55 AMRead →US pulls troops out of Qatar, Bahrain as Iran tensions mountFEB 23, 2:57 AMRead →A peek into Trump’s Iran mindsetFEB 22, 5:14 AMRead →March to war?FEB 22, 4:47 AMRead →Iran demands evidence amid US claims of tens of thousands of deathsFEB 22, 2:58 AMRead →Trump pushes US toward war with Iran as advisers urge focus on economyFEB 21, 9:23 AMRead →The coming warFEB 21, 4:40 AMRead →War clouds loom as US amasses military hardware in Middle EastFEB 20, 2:37 AMRead →
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Updated 17h agoSatellite images reveal surge in US fighter jets in Middle EastFEB 22, 7:22 PMRead →Tehran on edge as residents fear US attackFEB 21, 8:37 AMRead →The ‘incredibly significant’ US military forces surrounding IranFEB 20, 4:20 PMRead →Trump says he will decide in next 10 days if US will strike IranFEB 19, 5:45 PMRead →
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Updated 1 day agoTehranis brace for ‘inevitable’ US-Iran war: ‘I am getting more scared’FEB 22, 2:45 AMRead →PLA, Chinese firm release satellite images showing US military build-up around IranFEB 20, 10:00 AMRead →Trump appears to set short deadline for Iran, warning of ‘bad things’FEB 19, 6:36 PMRead →Satellite photos show Iran has been repairing and fortifying key sitesFEB 19, 4:18 AMRead →
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Updated 2 days agoWatch: Stalled talks, rising tensions: U.S.–Iran crisis deepensFEB 21, 9:39 AMRead →Iran warns U.S. bases, assets 'legitimate targets' if it attacksFEB 20, 5:29 AMRead →Iran, U.S. boost military posture as West Asia remains on edgeFEB 19, 4:36 PMRead →Russia urges restraint as U.S. builds up military assets near IranFEB 19, 11:24 AMRead →
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Updated 3 days agoSecond U.S. carrier nears Middle East, as Trump pressures Iran to make a dealFEB 20, 12:21 PMRead →Former U.S. Navy commander talks about the US military buildup near IranFEB 20, 12:21 PMRead →Trump warns of 'bad things' if Iran doesn't make a deal, as second U.S. carrier nears MideastFEB 20, 6:45 AMRead →
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