Amid ongoing tensions and negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program, Iran has issued a stern warning to the United States and Israel [4, 7]. Following concerns about potential military actions, Iran declared that any attack would be met with a forceful response, targeting U.S. and Israeli interests, bases, and forces [6, 7].
These warnings come as the U.S. and Iran engage in a series of negotiations aimed at reaching a nuclear peace agreement in 2025 [3]. The first round of high-level meetings took place in Oman on April 12, 2025, led by U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi [3]. Discussions were described as constructive, but key differences remain [3].
Iran's Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh has emphasized that Iran does not seek war but will respond decisively to any aggression [6, 7]. He cautioned U.S. officials against using threats when dealing with Iran, highlighting Iran's history and resolve [6, 7]. The situation remains tense as both diplomatic efforts and military posturing continue in the region [3, 4].