Iran has warned that the conflict in the Middle East could escalate further if the United States resumes military attacks on the Islamic Republic, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares for talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington.
The warning was issued on Sunday by Iranian Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia, who accused the United States of aligning with Israel and cautioned against any renewed military action.
“I believe that if the Americans once again fall for the Zionists’ deception, or move in line with them, and insist on continuing the war, particularly through air strikes, geographically this will expand further,” Akraminia said during an interview on Iranian state television.
He claimed the conflict had already spread beyond Iran, pointing to recent clashes involving Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Saudi Arabia near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a strategic waterway linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.
Akraminia also said Iran’s military operations now cover a wider area across the Middle East.
“The scope of our operations now encompasses the entire region, from US bases in Jordan to the countries along the Persian Gulf,” he stated.
According to the army spokesperson, the United States is facing increasing challenges in the region and may now be reconsidering its approach.
“The situation in the Middle East for the United States is difficult and unsettled,” he said, adding, “We are prepared for each of the options and scenarios that appear likely.”
The warning comes just days before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday.
According to Netanyahu’s office, the Israeli leader will travel to Washington on Monday for discussions with Trump and will also attend the funeral service of Senator Lindsey Graham, whom the statement described as “a friend of Israel.”
Trump and Netanyahu have maintained a close political relationship, particularly during recent military operations against Iran.
However, reports suggest differences have emerged in recent months over whether to continue military pressure on Tehran or pursue diplomatic efforts.
Earlier this month, Trump acknowledged the growing tensions but insisted he remained in charge.
“We get along very good. (Netanyahu) knows who the boss is,” Trump said in an interview with Axios.
The latest warning from Iran adds to growing concerns over the possibility of a wider regional conflict as diplomatic and military tensions continue to rise.
Source: AFP.
