IRGC warns of prolonged war and new weapons against the US
They published‘New weapons, new targets’: Iran warns US, says prepared for prolonged war
21 Sept, 09:09ZIran warns it will deploy new weapons and target new locations in broader war with US
21 Sept, 09:24ZIRGC warns of prolonged war and new weapons against the US
First reportThe Times of India · 21 Sept, 09:09Z
Latest reportHindustan Times · 21 Sept, 09:24Z
Span1 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
The IRGC warned the US against further attacks and said Iran could use new weapons against previously unattacked targets.
Why
Iran linked reopening the Strait of Hormuz to seven conditions conveyed through Qatar amid continuing tensions.
Watch
President Trump is considering options and a possible meeting with Iran’s leader as Iran signals defence and counteroffensive changes.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- IRGC warns that fresh escalation could see new weapons and tactics deployed by Tehran.
- Spokesperson Mohebbi says there will be significant changes in defensive and counteroffensive operations.
- He indicates shifts in the geography of war and in weaponry to the battlefield.
- Targets may differ from those in earlier conflict phases, with new locations not yet struck.
- IRGC has prepared for a long-term war and would respond to any new phase of hostilities.
Summary
- IRGC cautioned the US against further attacks amid ongoing Iran-US tensions.
- Iran says there will be changes in defence and counteroffensive with new weapons.
- Official claims targets may differ and include new, previously unattacked sites.
- Iran demands seven conditions via Qatar to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- US President Trump discusses options and potential meeting with Iran's leader.