Iran Makes Stark Threat to U.S. Forces in Middle East

A senior Iranian military commander has warned that American forces in the Middle East would face retaliation if the U.S. launches military action against Iran.

Amir Ali Hajizadeh, head of Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps' (IRGC) aerospace unit, cautioned that U.S. troops in the region are in a vulnerable position. "It's like they're sitting in a glass house. And when you're in a glass house, you don't throw stones at others." he told state TV on Monday.

Why It Matters

Tensions between Washington and Tehran have escalated sharply after Trump reimposed his "maximum pressure" policy on Iran. In 2018, the U.S. withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) nuclear deal. This has led to severe economic sanctions on Iran. Despite these pressures, Iran has ramped up its activities, saying that its nuclear program is for civilian purposes only. However, as diplomatic efforts for a new nuclear deal falter, the situation has become increasingly volatile.

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