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Iran Army Chief Warns US: Any Mistake Jeopardizes Security of US, Israel

Iran's Army Chief Amir Hatami issued a stark warning that any mistake by the United States would jeopardize the security of the US, Israel, and the entire West Asia region. He stated Iran's armed forces are in complete readiness and "have our finger on the trigger." The warning comes amid heightened tensions, with the US deploying a carrier group and the EU listing Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts are underway, with Iran expressing willingness to talk without threats and Egypt mediating calls for a peaceful settlement.

Key Points: Iran Army Chief Warns US, Israel Over Regional Security

  • Iran warns US over security
  • Military readiness high
  • Calls for respectful dialogue
  • Regional diplomacy intensifies
  • EU lists IRGC as terrorist
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Iran's army chief: Any mistake will jeopardise security of US, Israel, West Asia

Iran's army chief warns any US mistake threatens security of US, Israel, and West Asia. Tensions rise as US deploys carrier, Iran open to talks.

"If the enemy makes any mistake, it will undoubtedly jeopardise its own security and that of Israel and the region. - Amir Hatami"

Tehran, Jan 31

Iran's Army Chief Amir Hatami on Saturday warned that if the United States makes any mistake, it will definitely jeopardise its own security and that of Israel and the entire West Asia region, according to the official news agency IRNA.

Speaking at a national festival in Tehran, Hatami emphasised the Iranian armed forces' readiness amid escalating tensions with Washington.

"Today, the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran are in complete defence and military readiness and closely monitoring the enemy's movements in the region. We have our finger on the trigger," he said.

He added that "If the enemy makes any mistake, it will undoubtedly jeopardise its own security and that of Israel and the region."

He also welcomed neighboring countries' announcements that they will not allow their territory or airspace to be used against Iran, noting these countries "know any insecurity against Iran will make the entire region insecure."

Hatami emphasised that if the other side is willing to resolve the problem, it should treat the Iranian nation with respect.

The warning came amid heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. US President Donald Trump earlier said that a "massive armada," led by the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln, is heading towards Iran, warning that "time is running out" for Tehran to reach a deal with the United States.

On Friday, Iran's Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said in Istanbul that the country is willing to negotiate with the United States, but not under threat.

Meanwhile, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty on Saturday urged the United States and Iran to resume negotiations and "reach a peaceful, consensual settlement" to the nuclear issue, according to the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.

Abdelatty held separate phone calls with his counterparts from Iran, Qatar, Türkiye and Oman, as well as with US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff, to discuss regional developments and de-escalation efforts, the ministry said in a statement, Xinhua news agency reported.

The discussions followed Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah al-Sisi's call to ease tensions in the Middle East, it added.

The minister emphasised that military solutions are not viable for the region's challenges and called for increased de-escalation efforts and finding peaceful solutions via diplomacy and dialogue to prevent the region from sliding into a state of insecurity and instability.

He urged continuing construction communication among concerned parties to bring the United States and Iran back to negotiations and to reach a peaceful, consensual settlement based on mutual respect and shared interests for all parties.

Abdelatty's counterparts agreed to intensify de-escalation efforts and prioritize diplomatic solutions.

The discussions come amid heightened tensions: EU foreign ministers on Thursday agreed to add Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps to the bloc's terrorist list, a move Tehran called "hostile and provocative."

US President Donald Trump said a "massive armada," led by the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln, is heading toward Iran, warning that "time is running out" for Tehran to reach a deal with the United States.

- IANS

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Priya S
The Egyptian Foreign Minister's point is crucial. Military solutions never work in the long run. The region needs stability for development. India should also play a constructive role in encouraging dialogue, given our historical connections.
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Michael C
Watching from outside, the posturing from both sides is dangerous. The "finger on the trigger" rhetoric and sending an armada is how accidents happen. Cooler heads need to prevail, urgently.
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Ananya R
Respectfully, while Iran has a right to defend itself, such strong warnings can sometimes escalate matters further. The line between deterrence and provocation is thin. Hope the channels of communication Egypt is trying to open are successful.
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Siddharth J
The EU adding the Revolutionary Guard to its terror list is a big step. This isn't just US-Iran anymore. The whole world is getting pulled in. India has to be very careful in navigating this. Our foreign policy will be truly tested.
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Kavya N
It's good that Iran says it's willing to talk, but not under threat. No sovereign nation should negotiate with a gun to its head. The US approach of maximum pressure hasn't worked. Time for a new strategy focused on mutual respect, as the article says.

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