Rear Admiral Ali Shamkhani, a senior advisor to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, has issued a stern warning that any act of aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran would be met with a swift, decisive, and overwhelming response, underscoring Tehran’s independent and non-negotiable defensive capabilities.

Responding to recent provocative remarks by US President Donald Trump, Shamkhani stated that Iran’s defense doctrine is rooted in preemptive preparedness and strategic deterrence, stressing that key responses are determined long before threats reach the stage of execution.

In a post shared on his official account on the social media platform X, Shamkhani emphasized that Iran’s missile and defense capabilities are neither subject to external containment nor dependent on the approval of any foreign power. “Iran’s defensive strength operates independently and decisively,” he said, reaffirming the country’s sovereign right to defend itself against any hostile action.

He warned that any military aggression against Iran would be answered immediately and harshly, adding that the scale and nature of Iran’s response would exceed the imagination of its adversaries. The message served as a clear signal that Tehran views threats not as deterrents, but as triggers for resolute action.

Shamkhani’s remarks come amid escalating rhetoric from Washington, where President Trump claimed that while the United States remains open to dialogue with Tehran, the use of force remains an option. Speaking at a joint press conference with the prime minister of the Israeli regime, Trump threatened to “eradicate” any perceived Iranian military buildup, once again echoing longstanding US-Israeli pressure tactics against Iran.

Iranian officials have consistently rejected such threats as empty intimidation aimed at destabilizing the region, arguing that the real source of insecurity in West Asia stems from US military presence and the Israeli regime’s aggressive policies. Tehran maintains that its defense capabilities are purely deterrent in nature and designed to safeguard national sovereignty, regional stability, and the security of its people.

Iran has repeatedly affirmed that it will not succumb to coercion, sanctions, or military threats, and that any violation of its territorial integrity or national security will be met with a response that is lawful, legitimate, and decisive. (ILKHA)