Iran Defense Minister Issues Stark Warning Amid Internal Unrest
Iranian Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh delivered a chilling statement on Thursday. He accused the United States, Israel, and allied nations of a coordinated plot. Nasirzadeh claimed these foreign powers aim to destabilize and break up Iran. He asserted Tehran possesses precise information about this alleged foreign direction of the ongoing unrest gripping the country.
Tehran Vows to Use All Means Against 'Rioters'
The minister warned that Iran would employ all available means to suppress what he labeled as rioters. He issued a caution that continued instability within Iran's borders could potentially spill over into neighboring regions. This statement underscores the government's hardline stance against the widespread protests. It signals a readiness for severe domestic crackdowns.
White House Responds as Trump Adopts 'Wait and See' Approach
In Washington, the White House provided a brief response to the escalating situation. Officials stated that only President Donald Trump knows his next move regarding Iran. This comment came after Trump publicly stepped back from recent speculation about an imminent military strike.
The former president told reporters he would now watch and see how events unfold. He suggested the violence inside Iran might be slowing down. However, regional tensions remain dangerously high despite this apparent pause. The international community continues to monitor the volatile standoff closely.
Analysts note the contrasting narratives emerging from Tehran and Washington. Iran's leadership frames the internal dissent as a foreign conspiracy. Simultaneously, the U.S. administration appears to be recalibrating its immediate response, creating an uncertain geopolitical climate.
