- Iran's Thursday newspapers led with messages of military strength and defiance towards the US, according to front pages shared by the state news agency IRNA.
- Hardline daily Kayhan reported that US officials were hiding in military bases 'out of fear of Iran's revenge', citing The New York Times.
- Hamshahri echoed the theme, stating White House officials had become 'barrack residents', and pledged that 'not a particle of nuclear material will leave Iran'.
- Iran's armed forces have updated their list of potential military targets for any future war, with no geographical restrictions on retaliatory strikes, according to a senior military commander.
- Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari stated that the updated list reflected Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's instructions for an 'immediate, effective response' without geographical limitations.
- Heydari mentioned that the armed forces' target list is ready to be communicated to army and IRGC commanders.
- He warned that the military's response to any future conflict would be 'truly crippling' for the enemy.
- The IRGC chief asserted that sanctions won't stop the missile programme.
Iran has unveiled a new underground missile facility, showcasing its military capabilities and defiance against U.S. sanctions. The facility, described as a 'missile city,' aims to send a strong message to adversaries.1
Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari, deputy chief of staff of Iran's armed forces, stated that the armed forces have updated their target list for potential military actions, emphasizing that there are no geographical restrictions on retaliatory strikes. This update aligns with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's directive for an 'immediate, effective response' to threats.45
Heydari warned that any military response would be 'truly crippling' for the enemy, reflecting Iran's commitment to its missile program despite international sanctions. The unveiling of the facility and the updated target list underscore Iran's strategy to bolster its military readiness and assert its sovereignty in the face of external pressures.7
The Iranian media has echoed these sentiments, with reports highlighting the military's resolve and the perceived fear among U.S. officials regarding Iran's capabilities.
As tensions continue to rise, Iran's military advancements signal a determination to maintain its defense posture and respond decisively to any perceived threats.
“Iran's Thursday newspapers led with defiance, with Kayhan claiming US officials hide in bases 'out of fear of Iran's revenge' and Hamshahri pledging 'not a particle of nuclear material will leave Iran'. Brigadier General Kioumars Heydari said the updated target list, ready for IRGC commanders, would deliver a 'truly crippling' response.”
