Iran’s President Warns of Harsh Response to Any U.S. Attack
The message followed Trump’s vow to back strikes over Iran’s missile and nuclear work.
Overview
- President Masoud Pezeshkian wrote on X that any aggression or oppression against Iran would face a harsh response that would make the aggressor regret it.
- RIA Novosti reported the statement on December 30 and framed it as a direct reply to comments by U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Trump said on Monday he would support new strikes on Iran if it continued developing missile and nuclear programs.
- The exchange underscores heightened tensions centered on Iran’s weapons programs and the use of social media for official signaling.
- No new military action was confirmed in the reporting following the leaders’ statements.