From euronews · Babak Kamiar · · 50s
Iran Threatens Preemptive Strikes as US Questions Tehran's Control
Iran vows pre-emptive strikes against US while Washington doubts Tehran's leadership authority.
In brief
Iran vows pre-emptive strikes against US while Washington doubts Tehran's leadership authority. Iran's military claims readiness for pre-emptive strikes against US as US questions how much civilian leadership holds authority in Iran. Originally reported by euronews.
Iran's Military Readiness
Iran's army spokesman said the armed forces are prepared to carry out pre-emptive strikes against the US.
“Should circumstances require it, we will conduct pre-emptive operations down the line in order to prevent the enemy from committing any act of aggression or intrusion”
IRGC Claims Strait Control
IRGC officials stated the Strait of Hormuz is closed and under full Iranian control.
“The Strait of Hormuz is closed and the armed forces have full control over it, and this situation will continue until Iran's legitimate demands are met”
Strait Traffic Declines
IRGC reported an average of 10 ships per day transiting the strait compared to 125 before the war.
“These ships are mainly those that pass through the waterway and designated route with the permission of the Islamic Republic of Iran”
US Questions Iranian Authority
US officials confirmed talks with Iranian leaders but questioned their decision-making authority.
“One of the things we picked up on is it's not totally clear how their country makes decisions”
Trump's Leadership Claims
Trump suggested the new Ayatollah Khamenei is a sick man and in charge of Iran.
“They say he is giving approval, because that's the way it has been for a long, long time”
What matters most
Iran's military claims readiness for pre-emptive strikes against US as US questions how much civilian leadership holds authority in Iran.
