In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, Ebrahim Azizi, chairman of the Iranian parliament's National Security and Foreign Policy Commission, took to social media to caution the United States against further provocations in the region. His message was blunt: further tests of Iran's resolve will be met with severe consequences.
Direct Warning on X
"Test our will once more, and pay a heavier price. Retaliation is coming; JUST RUN!" Azizi wrote on X, directly addressing American policymakers. The statement reflects Tehran's growing assertiveness amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.
Background of Escalation
The warning follows reports by Axios correspondent Barak Ravid that US forces had struck two Iranian launchers on Larak Island in southern Iran. According to the source, Iran allegedly intended to use these systems to launch rockets carrying sea mines into the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil shipments.
Iranian Retaliation
In response to the US strike, Iran launched retaliatory attacks targeting American bases in Jordan. This exchange marks a significant uptick in hostilities, raising concerns about broader regional instability.
Azizi's remarks underscore Iran's determination to respond forcefully to any perceived aggression, while also signaling to Washington that further escalation will come at a high cost.
