Iran warns US of ‘decisive action’ against ‘miscalculations’ in Hormuz

TEHRAN, Iran (MNTV) — The commander of Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters warned Thursday that any U.S. interference in the Strait of Hormuz would be met with a “decisive and swift response,” while cautioning the United States, Israel and their allies against “miscalculations.”

Major Gen. Ali Abdollahi issued the warning in a message carried by all state media outlets marking the funeral of the late Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

“We warn the enemies of Iran, especially the United States, the Zionist regime, and their regional and extra-regional accomplices, to avoid any miscalculations and to think about the harsh and regret-inducing reactions” of Iran’s armed forces to any threat or aggression, Abdollahi said.

He said the late leader had strengthened Iran’s deterrence by advancing the country’s missile and drone capabilities, promoting strategic scientific development and reinforcing national security.

Despite possessing superior military capabilities, Iran’s adversaries had repeatedly paid a heavy price for attacking the country and had “tasted humiliation” during conflicts with Iran, Abdollahi said.

He called on Iranians to participate in large numbers in the funeral ceremonies, saying a strong public turnout would demonstrate the country’s unity.

“The greatest tribute to that peerless jewel and powerful martyred leader is the continuation of his luminous path,” he said, adding that preserving the achievements of the Islamic Revolution, strengthening Iran’s defense capabilities, safeguarding national unity and accelerating scientific progress should remain national priorities.

Abdollahi concluded by reaffirming the armed forces’ readiness to defend Iran’s independence, security and territorial integrity and pledged full obedience to the country’s new leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei.