Iran rejects ultimatums, warns of military response

Iran's Foreign Ministry warns its armed forces will respond with full force to any new 'adventurism' by the US or Israel.

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Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei has reiterated that the Islamic Republic does not recognize or abide by any ultimatums, particularly those issued by the United States. He stated Iran did not start the current conflict, framing its military operations in June and March 2026 as acts of legitimate defense. Baqaei warned that in the event of any new 'adventurism' by the US or Israel, Iran's armed forces will respond with full force and resolve.

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The spokesman added that Iran did not start this war, framing its 2026 military operations as legitimate defense, and reiterated the threat of a forceful response to any new 'adventurism'.

e/eineurope · topic · T-02103cycle Monday, 20 April 2026 at 11:32 UTC · first reported 20 Apr