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Iranian Diplomat Warns of Retaliation Against US and Israel Hostile Plans

Aug 17, 2026 06:10 AM CT Tehran, Iran iran,united states,israel,diplomacy,sanctions,retaliation

Summary

Iranian diplomat Esmail Baghaei issued a warning that Iran has taken precautionary measures and will actively thwart hostile plans by the United States and Israel. The statement frames US sanctions as a driver of regional hatred and signals Iran's readiness for defensive or retaliatory actions against perceived threats from these two state actors.

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Esmail Baghaei stressed that Iran has taken all precautionary measures and, if need be, will do everything it can to thwart the United States and Israel’s hostile plans against the Islamic republic

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Actor Responses

Iran NEUTRAL

Stated it has taken precautionary measures and will thwart hostile plans by the US and Israel.

United States NEUTRAL

Referenced as an adversary whose sanctions heighten hatred and whose plans Iran intends to thwart.

Israel NEUTRAL

Referenced as an adversary whose hostile plans Iran intends to thwart.

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