Iran warns next phase of operations still to come

IRGC spokesman Brigadier General Hossein Mohebbi, writing on social media, warned Washington against assuming it could sustain the current pace of battle or turn the conflict into a war of attrition. “Operations by Iran are currently focused on destroying America’s offensive infrastructure in the region,” he said. “Then the next steps will begin.”

The remarks follow days of Iranian strikes against U.S. bases across Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Oman. U.S. forces have hit multiple sites along Iran’s southern coast, and on Wednesday struck an Iranian army barracks in Bampur, killing seven soldiers. More than 30 civilians have been killed in the U.S. strikes, according to the Iranian government spokesperson.

According to Mehr News, the statement from the IRGC spokesman indicates that Iran is preparing for further military actions beyond the current operations. The conflict has escalated significantly, with both sides conducting strikes that have resulted in casualties. The Iranian government has reported over 30 civilian deaths from U.S. attacks, while the U.S. has targeted military installations. The situation remains tense as Iran signals that its operations are not yet complete.