On Thursday, Iran's deputy foreign minister warned the US not to interfere in the conflict to support its ally Israel, adding that Iran is ready to defend itself in the event of an escalation of the situation. According to Iran's state television, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said: “If the US wants to actively participate in areas beneficial to the 'Zionist Regime', Iran will have to use its tools to teach the 'invaders' a lesson and defend its national security and national interests.” He added, “Of course, our military decision makers have put all the necessary options on the table.” Furthermore, Iran's military commander Khatam Al-Anbiya also warned the US that any direct US intervention would expand regional conflict and cause irreversible damage.

On Thursday, Iran's deputy foreign minister warned the US not to interfere in the conflict to support its ally Israel, adding that Iran is ready to defend itself in the event of an escalation of the situation. According to Iran's state television, Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi said: “If the US wants to actively participate in areas beneficial to the 'Zionist Regime', Iran will have to use its tools to teach the 'invaders' a lesson and defend its national security and national interests.” He added, “Of course, our military decision makers have put all the necessary options on the table.” Furthermore, Iran's military commander Khatam Al-Anbiya also warned the US that any direct US intervention would expand regional conflict and cause irreversible damage.