Iran has warned that any fresh Israeli action against Iran or Lebanon will be met with a devastating response, as regional tensions continue to rise after the latest exchange of attacks.
The warning came as Britain called for immediate restraint from both Iran and Israel, while the US Embassy in Jerusalem issued a security advisory and temporarily suspended consular services.
Iran said any new Israeli military action would trigger a strong and devastating response.
Iranian officials said Israeli action against either Iran or Lebanon was unacceptable, stressing that Lebanon’s ceasefire was an important part of the April agreement.
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The Iranian Foreign Ministry said Tehran launched attacks after what it described as continuous Israeli violations.
Tehran blames Israel for regional tensions
Iran said its armed forces had carried out defensive attacks against Israel. Tehran accused Israel of being responsible for rising tensions in the region, saying the latest escalation was the result of repeated provocations.
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Iranian officials warned that the enemy must stop such actions or face a strong response.
Iran threatens to close key waterways
An adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader said Tehran has the ability to close both the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab al-Mandab Strait if attacks continue.
Iran warned that it could completely close the two strategic waterways in case of further aggression. The threat has added to concerns over regional security and global shipping routes.
Britain urges immediate restraint
Britain called on both Iran and Israel to show immediate restraint amid fears of a renewed conflict. The British foreign secretary urged all sides to de-escalate, saying a resumption of the conflict was not in anyone’s interest.
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He said negotiations remained the only path to lasting peace.
US Embassy issues Israel advisory
The US Embassy in Jerusalem issued an advisory due to the tense security situation in Israel. Embassy staff were instructed to remain in shelters as a precautionary measure.
The US Embassy and consular sections in Tel Aviv were also temporarily suspended following the latest escalation.
