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Iran vows 'devastating' response to US economic threats

Iran's military chief warned of a 'broad and decisive' reaction to US economic sanctions aimed at toppling the Iranian leadership. The threats come as Washington prepares to impose the harshest financial penalties in history. The response from Iran is framed as both a warning and a demonstration of resolve.

Iran's Armed Forces chief, Major General Ali Abdollahi, stated that the Islamic Republic would respond to any new US threats with a 'broad and decisive' action. This follows Washington's announcement of the toughest financial penalties in history, targeting the Iranian leadership. Tehran emphasized that its response would be 'devastating' in nature, signaling a readiness to escalate tensions if economic pressure continues.

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IndependentThe HinduAug 21, 08:29 PM
Iran vows 'devastating' response as U.S. threatens toughest ever economic hit

The chief of staff of Iran's Armed Forces, Major General Ali Abdollahi, said the Islamic Republic's reaction would be broad and decisive

PublicRTEAug 21, 04:14 PM
Iran vows 'devastating' response to US economic threats

Iran has said that its response to any new US threats would be "devastating" after Washington pledged to impose the toughest financial penalties in history with the aim of toppling the Iranian leadership.