Iran's Supreme Leader Threatens US with "Severe Blow"

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that if the U.S. or any other nation acts against Iran, they will "receive a severe blow." His remarks, delivered in a televised speech and amplified on official social media, come as tensions escalate between Washington and Tehran.

The warning follows U.S. President Donald Trump's statement on Monday that Iran would be held responsible for Houthi attacks. The group, which controls a large part of Yemen, has ramped up its military actions, prompting U.S. airstrikes.

Newsweek has reached out to the State Department and Iran's foreign ministry for comment.

Why It Matters​

The Houthis have expanded their military operations, striking both Israel and international shipping routes, drawing U.S. retaliation. Iran's role in supporting militant groups has fueled concerns of a wider conflict, with Washington directly linking Tehran to escalating instability.

Iran also faces a possible attack on its nuclear program by Israel, potentially with the support of the United States, which has said Tehran cannot be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons — something it has has denied trying to do.

What Happens Next​

With U.S. strikes intensifying and Iran issuing threats, the risk of a broader conflict remains high. Tehran's next move and Washington's response will determine the trajectory of the escalating crisis.

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Iran's Supreme Leader threatens US with "severe blow"

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned against US strikes on Iran, after Trump's vowed to hold Tehran responsible for Houthi attacks.

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[mattfivefour]

Bla bla bla. I guess he has to say something to save face.

 

[Margery]

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has warned that if the U.S. or any other nation acts against Iran, they will "receive a severe blow."

I want to change that to "a severe bloviating" attack of hot air!

 

[Tall Timbers]

Articles are written to appear that Iran is a world power level threat. They've been put in their place by Israel with one modest bombing run and it is likely that very soon we'll see a joint operation where Israel and the USA destroy Iran's nuclear ambitions and possibly create enough additional wreckage that a regime change becomes possible.