An Iranian leader has issued a chilling warning to Donald Trump, declaring readiness for action with the finger on the trigger. The head of Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, instrumental in suppressing recent protests, delivered the strong message as US warships approached the Middle East. Gen. Mohammad Pakpour cautioned the US and Israel to avoid misjudgments amidst escalating tensions following the violent crackdown on demonstrators in Iran.
Pakpour emphasized that the Revolutionary Guards and Iran are fully prepared to carry out orders from the top authorities. The unrest in Iran, sparked by economic turmoil, lasted for about two weeks, resulting in an estimated 3,000 fatalities due to the severe government crackdown.
President Trump has set clear red lines for potential military intervention, warning against the killing of peaceful protesters and mass executions of those detained during the protests. Trump confirmed the deployment of warships towards Iran as a precautionary measure, signaling a strong stance while expressing hopes of avoiding conflict.
A US Navy official, speaking anonymously, confirmed the presence of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln and accompanying warships in the Indian Ocean. Trump reiterated his firm stance against Iran, hinting at possible military action surpassing previous strikes on Iranian facilities.
Despite a lull in protests, the death toll continues to rise in Iran, with activists reporting fatalities amid a nationwide internet blackout. The regime’s strict control over information flow has limited the dissemination of updates on the situation.
