'Doctrines of Aggression Failed': Iran Issues Stern Warning to US
Iran's Armed Forces blast US "doctrines of aggression" and warn of a devastating response to any attack following new US CENTCOM measures.
In a scathing critique of American foreign policy, Iran's Armed Forces have declared that Washington's strategies of "maximum pressure" and aggression have utterly failed to break the resolve of the Iranian people and their leadership. This bold assertion comes amidst escalating tensions and new military maneuvers in the region, signaling a period of heightened volatility between Tehran and Washington.
Political Setbacks and 'Unwavering Resolve'
Brig. General Shekarchi, the spokesperson for Iran's Armed Forces, linked recent US political shifts to a broader failure in international strategy. He claimed that the electoral setbacks faced by the Republican party and the Trump administration's allies are evidence that the US has been unable to bend Iran to its will.
According to General Shekarchi, the combination of military strategies, targeted assassinations, and aggressive doctrines has been neutralized by the "deterrent power" of Iran's armed forces and the steadfastness of its citizens. He emphasized that the US approach has not achieved its intended goals of destabilization or submission.
Naval Readiness and the Cost of Aggression
The warning was further amplified by Rear Admiral Mohsen Razzaqi, Commander of Iran’s Northern Fleet. Speaking at a ceremony in the coastal city of Astara, Razzaqi sent a clear message to American forces operating in the region, asserting that coordination among Iranian military branches is currently at its peak.
Razzaqi highlighted the critical role of human resources as the Navy's most valuable asset, noting that a comprehensive force—including commandos, drone units, and missile divisions—is maintaining a 24/7 presence to protect Iran's maritime borders.
"The cost of any aggression against Iran must be raised to such an extent that the enemy will no longer dare attack the country again," Razzaqi stated.
He further elaborated that Iran's military strategy is not merely about stopping a conflict once it starts, but about imposing "prohibitive costs" on any aggressor. He cited Iran's strategic geography, its drone and missile capabilities, and the resilience of its population as the pillars of its national deterrence.
'Devastating Response': Higher Command Directives
The rhetoric from the military is mirrored by Iran's top political and security leadership. Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council, took to X (formerly Twitter) to deliver a blunt ultimatum: "Start a war, and you’ll face a devastating response."
This sentiment aligns with a directive issued in late October by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei. The Supreme Leader has ordered "maximum deterrence," instructing military commanders to ensure that any attack on the country is met with an immediate and effective response, regardless of geographical boundaries.
The directive specifically called for:
- Intelligent combat readiness to decisively confront threats.
- The continuous updating of "target banks" to ensure precision in retaliation.
The Catalyst: US CENTCOM's New Task Force
These warnings follow a recent move by the US Central Command (CENTCOM). Washington has announced the creation of a new task force designed to disrupt Iran's alleged use of ground transit routes. The US aims to block the transport of advanced weaponry, sanctioned materials, and dual-use technologies, seeking to tighten the noose around Tehran's military supply networks.
As the US moves to restrict Iran's logistics, Tehran has responded by putting its entire military apparatus on high alert, framing the situation as a test of will between two opposing global doctrines.