Iran's Supreme Leader warns of unrestricted response to any US strikes after midterms
Source Summary
Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei issued a warning on Friday against reported US plans to resume strikes on Iran following the midterm elections. Khamenei directed senior Iranian military officials to prepare an "immediate, impactful response without geographical limitations," according to Iran's official IRNA news agency.
Why it matters
The threat signals potential escalation in US-Iran military tensions and could influence US policy decisions regarding Iran ahead of and following the midterm elections.
What remains uncertain
The specific nature and timing of reported US strike plans remain unconfirmed.
