Iranian defense council hints Tehran may launch pre-emptive strikes on US and Israel, condemning “intensifying rhetoric” as domestic unrest surges.
By World Israel News Staff
The Iranian government warned Tuesday the Islamic Republic could carry out pre-emptive strikes if the regime feels threatened, as internal unrest continues to spread across the country.
In a statement issued Tuesday afternoon, Iran’s newly formed Supreme National Defense Council hinted that the regime would not tolerate “hostile behavior” from foreign powers which challenged Iran’s “independence and territorial integrity.”
“Iran’s security, independence, and territorial integrity are red lines that must not be crossed. Any aggression or continued hostile behavior will be met with a decisive and resolute response.”
The council added that Iran’s military may carry out pre-emptive actions if it believes there are credible “threats” to the regime.
“Within the framework of legitimate self-defense, Iran does not view itself as limited to responding only after an act has occurred. It considers tangible indicators of threats to be part of the security equation.”
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