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Iran Denies US Attack Plot Claims, Vows Firm Response to Aggression

Iran has formally dismissed US State Department claims that it is preparing attacks on American facilities, labeling the allegations as part of a US policy to stoke regional tensions. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei stated that Iran's armed forces are focused on defensive capabilities and sovereignty. He warned that Iran would respond firmly and decisively to any act of aggression. The report also links recent violent protests in Iran to foreign interference, with Ayatollah Khamenei implicating the US and Israel.

Key Points: Iran Rejects US Attack Allegations, Warns of Firm Response

  • Iran rejects US allegations of attack plans
  • Accuses US of escalating West Asia tensions
  • Vows firm response to any aggression
  • Links recent unrest to foreign interference
  • US warns of "very, very strong force" for any attack
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Iran dismisses US claim of planned attacks on American bases, warns of "firm" response

Iran dismisses US claims of planned attacks on American bases, accusing Washington of fueling regional tensions and promising a decisive response to any aggression.

"These statements and claims are in line with the United States' ongoing policy of fueling tensions in the region. - Esmaeil Baghaei"

Tehran, January 18

Iran has rejected US allegations that it is preparing attacks on American facilities, alleging that Washington is attempting to escalate tensions in West Asia, Iranian state broadcaster Press TV reported.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei made the remarks on Saturday after the US State Department, in a Persian-language post on X, claimed it had received reports indicating Iran was working on options to target American bases.

"These statements and claims are in line with the United States' ongoing policy of fueling tensions in the region," Baghaei said, as cited by the state broadcaster.

Baghaei also said the Iranian Armed Forces remain focused on preserving and boosting the country's military and defensive capabilities to safeguard Iran's sovereignty.

He further warned Iran would respond "firmly and decisively" to any act of aggression, Press TV reported.

In its post, the US State Department claimed that "all options remain on the table" and that any attack on US assets would be met with "very, very strong force."

Press TV also reported that protests which began late last month over economic concerns across Iran later turned violent, with vandalism and disorder encouraged through public statements by US and Israeli figures.

It added that during the unrest, foreign-backed mercenaries attacked cities, resulting in the deaths of security personnel and civilians, along with damage to public property.

The US president has repeatedly threatened military action against Iran, Press TV reported.

On Saturday, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei said Iran considers Trump the main culprit for the killings and destruction in the riots.

He said some agents behind the unrest included individuals who were identified, trained and largely recruited by American and Israeli agencies.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Reading this from an Indian perspective, constant tension in that region directly impacts global oil prices and our economy. Both sides need to de-escalate. War rhetoric helps no one. 🇮🇳
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Arjun K
The report from Press TV is obviously one-sided, but the US State Department's record on truthful intelligence isn't exactly stellar either (remember Iraq?). As a neutral observer, I wish our media would present a more balanced view instead of just reposting statements.
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Priya S
It's always the same story. The common people in Iran suffer because of this geopolitical tug-of-war. The protests started because of economic issues, not foreign policy. Hope peace prevails for the sake of the civilians. 🙏
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Vikram M
India has to walk a diplomatic tightrope here. We have good relations with both Iran and the US. Our foreign policy should focus on ensuring energy security and the safety of the Indian diaspora in the Gulf, not getting drawn into their conflicts.
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Karthik V
"Very, very strong force" – such language only makes things worse. Dialogue is the only solution. The Chabahar port partnership is crucial for India's connectivity. Stability in Iran is in our national interest.

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