Iran’s Defiant Threats Expose Dangerous Escalation Amid US Pressure

Iran’s recent fiery rhetoric signals a troubling escalation in an already volatile region, raising urgent questions about America’s strategy to confront Tehran’s aggression. Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, Iran’s Defense Minister, has issued stark warnings to Washington: any new act of aggression will be met with “more decisive” responses and a promise to defend the regime "to the last drop of blood.”This hardline posture comes amid nationwide protests in Iran, triggered by popular unrest against authoritarian rule and economic hardship. President Donald Trump responded by canceling dialogue with Iranian authorities until they stop the violent crackdown on demonstrators. He pledged support...