Iran warns of 'faster, heavier, more painful response' to US attacks
The comments came a day after Washington said it had struck Iranian oil tankers in response to Tehran's attacks on US warships in the region.
- Why it matters
- A stated commitment to retaliate raises the risk of further tit-for-tat military action between Iran and the US in a strategically vital waterway where both operate forces.
- Most affected
- Commercial shipping in the Persian Gulf and nearby waters — Exposure to potential crossfire or disruption if exchanges between Iran and US forces continue.
- Likely next
- Whether Iran carries out the threatened response, and any US military or diplomatic reaction to that threat.
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