Iran’s foreign ministry on Saturday rejected claims by the US State Department's Persian-language account that Tehran was preparing options to target American interests in the region.
Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baqaei described the assertions as part of Washington’s efforts to stoke tensions.
He said the comments were in line with what he called the United States’ ongoing policy of “instability-making” in the region.
Baqaei stressed the determination of Iran’s armed forces to preserve and enhance the country’s military and defensive capabilities in order to defend Iran’s sovereignty.
He added that it was “self-evident” the Islamic Republic of Iran would respond “firmly and decisively” to any act of aggression.
Reiterating Tehran’s position, the spokesperson said Iran’s defense posture is purely aimed at safeguarding the country, but warned that any hostile move would be met with a powerful response.
The Persian-language account of the US Department of State on X said it had received reports suggesting the Islamic Republic is preparing options to target US bases, adding that Washington is closely monitoring developments and remains ready.
The post quoted Donald Trump as saying “all options remain on the table” and warning that any attack on US assets would be met with “very, very powerful force,” concluding: “Don’t play with President Trump.”
