A former U.S. president has escalated tensions with Iran by issuing a direct threat of military action while simultaneously claiming credit for past diplomatic efforts, prompting Tehran to issue a warning of its own in response. The stark contrast between the aggressive rhetoric and the diplomatic framing has raised concerns about the stability of relations between the two nations. Iranian officials have signaled they will not tolerate such language unchallenged, hinting at possible retaliatory measures. The exchange underscores the fragile state of Middle East diplomacy amid ongoing geopolitical rivalries.
Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iran and then brags about diplomacy, provoking Tehran to warn of a response.
