Iran threatens severe retaliation after Israeli airstrike

Tensions are escalating in the Middle East. Israel launched a large-scale airstrike on Iranian territory on the night of June 13, targeting the country's nuclear facilities, high-ranking military leaders and scientists. Local sources reported that many civilians and soldiers were killed as a result.

In the early hours of Tashkent time, General Abolfazl Shekarchi of the Iranian Armed Forces stressed that they expect a firm response from the enemies and that the armed forces are fully prepared for such aggression. "Revenge will be decisive, and the Zionist regime and the United States will pay for it," he said firmly.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei also stressed that the Israeli airstrike would have serious consequences for the country and that the response would be severe. “The powerful hand of the Islamic Republic’s armed forces will never give peace to the enemy. The places of our fallen soldiers and scientists will be filled, and God willing, their comrades will fulfill their duties without delay,” Khamenei said.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi also stated that any attack on the country’s territorial integrity will be met with a legal and firm response, based on Article 51 of the UN Charter. He stressed that such a large-scale Israeli strike would not have been carried out without the consent and coordination of the United States. Therefore, Washington also bears full responsibility for these consequences.

Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio officially stated that America did not participate in the operational operation, did not participate in this action. “We are not participating in this action, and our main priority is to protect American forces in the region,” he said.

In the near future, the region may experience another serious political and military crisis. Iran's harsh statements and continued military actions by Israel are a serious test not only for the two countries, but also for the security of the entire region.

According to experts, the current situation is open to the development of any unexpected scenarios, which is of serious concern to the international community. Everything depends on what decisions will be made in the coming days.