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Iranian Negotiator Warns US Against Threats Following Trump Remarks

Jun 21, 2026 11:55 AM CT Tehran, Iran iran,united states,diplomacy,rhetoric,escalation

Summary

Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf issued a warning to the United States, stating that Iranian armed forces are prepared to respond to any threats. This diplomatic posturing follows recent threats made by Donald Trump, indicating heightened tensions between Tehran and Washington. While no military action has occurred, the statement reinforces Iran's defensive posture and willingness to escalate rhetoric in response to US pressure.

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Iran warns US to 'be careful' after Trump threat Iran's chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Sunday warned the United States against making threats at the Islamic republic, vowing that "our armed forces are ready to respond". "Don't they think that if their threats had any effect, they wo...

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Iran NEUTRAL

Warned the US to be careful and vowed that armed forces are ready to respond to threats.

United States NEUTRAL

Issued threats against Iran, prompting the Iranian response.

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