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Iran Warns US-Israel: 'We Decide End of War' Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict
Iran's Warning to the US and Israel and Military Operations
Iran issued a stern warning to the United States and Israel, stating that 'security and stability in West Asia are either for everyone or for no one.' The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the launch of powerful missiles, including Qader, Emad, and Pata series missiles, as well as the Kheibar hypersonic missile. These missiles targeted US military bases in the UAE and Jordan, specifically Al-Dhafra and Al-Jaber, as well as Israeli military bases such as Ramat David Airbase and Haifa Airport. Iran labeled attempts by the US and Israel to attack as 'abnormal and illegal,' emphasizing that "we will decide the end of the war." Furthermore, it warned that if attacks continued, it would "prevent the export of even one liter of oil."
Middle East Conflict Status and US Leadership Response
Following the start of the war in late February due to joint US and Israeli airstrikes, at least 1,230 people have died in Iran, according to an Iranian Red Crescent official. The Iranian military dismissed President Donald Trump's claim that 'the war will end soon,' arguing that the US President cannot determine the end of the war. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt explained that President Trump launched 'Operation Epic Fury' based on intelligence and facts regarding Iran's nuclear program and the threat of ballistic missile buildup. US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that the US military is in a 'very powerful position' and that the President can adjust the 'throttle' for specific missions. However, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Kaine added that while Iran is adapting its tactics, the US is adapting faster.
Soaring Oil Prices and Iran's New Military Strategy
As the Middle East conflict intensified, oil prices surged, and ships transporting 20 million barrels of oil daily in the Persian Gulf were stranded, causing a significant shock to global markets. Iran named Mojtaba Khamenei as the next Supreme Leader, succeeding Ali Khamenei, who died in a US-Israeli airstrike on February 28. IRGC Commander Mousavi announced a new war tactic of 'only launching missiles with warheads exceeding one ton,' warning that the frequency of missile launches and the range of attacks would be significantly expanded. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized the US military operation as 'Operation Epic Mistake,' declaring that Iran is fully prepared for Washington's conspiracy to disrupt its economy.
*Source: YouTube: Times of India (2026-03-11)*
