Iran warns U.S. military strikes or sanctions push may spark pre-emptive action
Iranian officials claim the U.S. is planning either military strikes or tighter sanctions against Tehran. Mehdi Mohammadi, an adviser to Iran’s chief negotiator, warned that continued economic pressure may force Iran into pre-emptive military action. The Iranian leadership fears that economic turmoil could ignite protests in light of escalating tensions.
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Published 11 Nov 2026, 18:47 UTC · Updated 11 Nov 2026, 19:30 UTC
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