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Iran threatens to ‘rain down hell’ if US escalates war

Iran threatens to ‘rain down hell’ if US escalates war

Summary

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Iran would retaliate if the United States resumes attacks, while saying a two-day proposal to end the war remains available. President Donald Trump said renewed strikes were highly unlikely if negotiations advance, but he threatened further military action if needed.

Key Facts

  • Araghchi said Iran's proposal requires an end to the war on all fronts.
  • Trump said the likelihood of renewed U.S. strikes depends on whether Iran signs a strong agreement.
  • Trump said three U.S. aircraft carriers in the region were ready for possible action.
  • Trump said U.S. forces could target 38 bridges in Iran.
  • Iran's navy said an oil tanker caught fire after striking a naval mine east of the Strait of Hormuz.
  • An adviser to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' Aerospace Force warned that Iran's response to an attack would be severe.
  • Araghchi said negotiations had been delayed following the U.S. midterm elections and that Iran was waiting for mediators to resume visits.
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