Iran warned any new US attack would expand the war as Trump threatened major action, while an Iranian official simultaneously proposed terms to end the…
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Iranian officials have warned that any new US aggression will be met with an expanded response, using different weapons in new places. The warning, per CBS News, follows public statements from US President Trump indicating he is considering a significant escalation.
Trump told Fox News he is considering “wiping Iran out” after Houthi rebel attacks on Riyadh, according to the Guardian. He separately announced “big things” were coming in the war with Iran, per Ukrinform, as he touted a looming decision on his next move.
The heightened rhetoric has led governments across the Middle East to brace for further violence. Iran claims it has received intelligence that the US is preparing a renewed bombing campaign against the Islamic Republic, the Guardian Middle East reported.
Despite the threats, Iran's security chief has laid out terms to end the war and stated the country is awaiting a response from Trump, per Iran International. This diplomatic overture comes as tensions rise ahead of the UN general assembly.
Sources: 1. CBS News: Iran warns new U.S. assault would see it expand "geography of the war" — https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/us-iran-war-trump-decision-tehran-warns-of-expansion/ (src1) 2.