The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a stern warning to the United States and Israel, stating that any repeated attacks on Iran would result in the expansion of the combat zone beyond the Middle East. The statement emphasizes that Tehran is prepared to escalate its military response should its territorial integrity be threatened.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the Fars News Agency, citing the IRGC's official statement, highlighted the potential for a broader conflict. "If aggression against Iran is repeated, the regional war will spread beyond the region this time, and our strikes will bring you a crushing defeat in places you do not expect," the statement read. Furthermore, Esmaeil Baghaei, a spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, reinforced this stance, asserting that the country is fully prepared for any military scenario.
This escalation in rhetoric follows a recent announcement by US President Donald Trump, who stated he had canceled a planned military strike on Iran scheduled for May 19, following diplomatic requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. Tensions in the region have remained high as the IRGC, a major branch of the Iranian Armed Forces, continues to play a central role in Iran's regional strategy and defense posture. The IRGC's influence extends across various geopolitical spheres, often serving as the primary entity for Iran's external military operations and internal security measures.
