Iran Taunts ‘Gambler Trump’ in New Threat to ‘Criminal America’
June 23, 2025
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The Iranian armed forces issued a new threat to the U.S. after the strikes on nuclear sites ordered by President Donald Trump, saying the “scope of legitimate and diverse targets” for Tehran’s response is now broader.
Addressing “Criminal America”, a spokesman for the command headquarters of the Iranian armed forces said the U.S. had violated Iran’s sovereignty by joining Israel’s war and “trespassing upon Iran’s sacred soil”.
“This hostile act was carried out with the aim of reviving the dying Zionist regime,” the spokesman said in a video statement.
“However, not only was it futile, but it will also broaden the scope of legitimate and diverse targets for the Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran and lay the groundwork for the expansion of war across the region.
“We assure you that, following this aggression, the hands of the clock will no longer turn in your favor.
“The warriors of Islam, in response to this crime, will carry out powerful and targeted operations that will inflict heavy, regretful, and unpredicted consequences upon you, god willing.
“Gambler Trump: You can start this war, but we will be the one to end it.”
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