In his first televised remarks since a ceasefire was reached between Iran and Israel, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei delivered a sharp rebuke to Washington, saying the U.S. "gains nothing" from a war with Tehran and received a "harsh slap" in the face.
He warned that any future U.S. attack would prompt Iran to target American military bases across the Middle East, pointing to the recent strike on the largest U.S. base in Qatar as proof of Tehran's reach.
"The Islamic Republic slapped America in the face. It attacked one of the important American bases in the region," Khamenei said, framing Iran's response as both measured and forceful after the U.S. joined Israeli strikes on Iranian territory.
This high-stakes rhetoric comes amid a delicate regional landscape, where the U.S. maintains a significant military footprint. Khamenei's vow underscores the risks any escalation could pose for global stability.
For young global citizens, entrepreneurs and travelers alike, this stand-off is more than a headline—it highlights how geopolitical flashpoints can shift energy markets, disrupt supply chains and reshape travel plans.
As tensions simmer, all eyes are on Washington and Tehran. Will diplomatic channels cool the heat, or are we heading toward another chapter of confrontation? Join the conversation below.
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Iranian supreme leader: U.S. gains nothing from war with Iran
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