Iranian officials warn of response to renewed US attacks

Politics · First reported 7 Nov, 03:58 · Updated 04:28

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Iranian military officials warned that any renewed US attack would prompt a response, while US President Donald Trump said the US had carried out limited strikes on an Iranian air-defence system. The reports also describe US-Iran tensions and military preparations.

Iranian army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia said Iranian forces would respond immediately and could target US military bases beyond the region if Washington resumed strikes.
Trump said the US had struck an Iranian air-defence system; Iranian state media reported two explosions on Qeshm Island.
Iranian navy commander Mohsen Razzaqi said naval units were prepared to defend Iran’s maritime borders and warned that aggression should carry a high cost.

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Key facts

Reported US strike: Trump said the US struck an Iranian air-defence system; Iranian state media reported two explosions in the Suza area of Qeshm Island.
Iranian army warning: Akraminia said any response to renewed US strikes would be immediate and without geographic limits.
Task Force Iron Gate: CENTCOM said the task force would comprise approximately 20 civilian and military personnel based in Tampa, Florida.
Diplomatic efforts: The centre report says indirect talks were aimed at a new ceasefire and resuming nuclear negotiations.