Khamenei Warns US Against Threats, Promises Severe Consequences

In a series of recent speeches, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has firmly rejected U.S. threats and insisted that aggressive actions against Iran would provoke severe consequences. Khamenei emphasized that the U.S. will not succeed in coercing Iran into negotiations through intimidation, warning that any act of malice would result in 'harsh blows' to the aggressors. This rhetoric follows U.S. President Donald Trump's letter inviting Iran to negotiate, which Khamenei dismissed as manipulative and a guise for aggression. Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araqchi, also criticized the letter, suggesting it was more of a threat than a genuine offer for dialogue. The heightened tensions between the U.S. and Iran have raised concerns among experts about potential escalations in the region. Khamenei's statements highlight Iran's resolve to resist external pressures while encouraging internal investment and production.