Iran's Top Negotiator Warns U.S. of Potential Escalation in Lebanon Amid Naval Blockade
Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, has issued a warning to the United States regarding potential escalations in Lebanon. This comes in response to a U.S. naval blockade of Iran and recent Israeli military actions in Lebanon. Qalibaf, who is also the speaker of Iran's parliament, stated that U.S. bases in the Middle East and Israeli assets could become legitimate targets due to these actions. The warning follows Israeli attacks on Hezbollah's stronghold in Lebanon's southern suburbs, which have heightened tensions in the region. Qalibaf criticized the U.S., Israel, and their allies, suggesting that they only understand the language of power. This development underscores the fragile geopolitical situation in the Middle East, where military actions and political rhetoric continue to escalate.