Russia warns of consequences for assassinations of Iran leaders

Middle Eastern outlets stress Iran’s threats to hit Israeli troops and regional energy infrastructure if its own facilities or civilians in allied territories are attacked. Iranian leaders are shown rejecting talks with Washington while insisting that foreign pressure will only harden national unity. The conflict is framed as a confrontation in which Iran is prepared for a long fight and wants to deter further US and Israeli strikes.

• •The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens to target Israeli troops if Palestinian and Lebanese civilians are struck.
• •Iranian officials warn that energy infrastructure across the region will be treated as a legitimate target if Iran’s own facilities are hit.
• •Iran’s parliament speaker insists there are no negotiations with the United States despite outside pressure.
• •Iran’s president claims that US and Israeli threats are strengthening national unity rather than weakening the government.
• •Iranian leaders argue that Washington and Tel Aviv will pay a high price if they continue assassinations and strikes.