‘Israel, US Bases Will Be Hit’: Iran’s Chilling Warning To Trump As Protests Enter Third Week; Death Toll Crosses 116 | World News
Iran has sent a chilling threat to US President Donald Trump, warning that any American attack would trigger immediate retaliation against Israel and US military bases in the Middle East. The warning came as anti-government protests entered their third week with more than 116 people dead and Trump said Iran would be “hit very hard” if mass killings continued.
“In case of an attack on Iran, both occupied territories [referring to Israel] Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammed Baqir Qalibaf said, “All American military centers, bases and ships in the region will be our legitimate targets.”
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqir Qalibaf gave a warning in his speech in the parliament in the capital of Iran, signaling that Tehran is ready for a direct conflict with Washington and Tel Aviv.
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Trump Vows to Retaliate If Killings Continue
This development follows President Trump’s warning last week that Iran would be “hit very hard” if it repeated the mass killings of previous uprisings.
“I told them if they start killing people like they did during their riots, if they get too many riots, we’re going to hit them very hard,” Trump said during an interview. he said.
White House Holds Strike Preliminary Discussions
Meanwhile, Saturday’s news stated that the White House was conducting “preliminary discussions” regarding a potential attack on Iran. According to unnamed sources cited by the Wall Street Journal, one of the options being considered is a “large-scale airstrike” targeting Iran’s military facilities.
Anti-Khamenei protest in Iran
The protests, which started in Iran due to economic difficulties, turned into large-scale anti-government demonstrations chanting “Death to Khamenei” and “Death to the Islamic Republic” in cities devastated by the severe economic crisis and the 12-day war with Israel.
Protests have entered their third consecutive week. On the 21st day of the uprising, the death toll exceeded 116; More than 2,300-2,600 people were reportedly arrested among the dead, including nine minors.
Exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi has emerged as the most visible outside leader, calling for mass rallies, nationwide strikes in the energy and transportation sectors, and the takeover of city centers.
Iranian officials say scores of security personnel also died, amid images showing damaged infrastructure and funerals in cities such as Shiraz. A nationwide internet blackout continued to prevent protest coordination.
State media labeled the demonstrators as “terrorists” and “foreign agents” backed by the United States, warning that participants could be charged as “enemies of God”, a crime punishable by death.
