**Escalating Tensions: Iran's Supreme Leader Responds to U.S. Threats Amid Ongoing Conflict**

Wed Jun 18 2025 22:27:30 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
**Escalating Tensions: Iran's Supreme Leader Responds to U.S. Threats Amid Ongoing Conflict**

In a defiant stance against U.S. threats, Iran’s Supreme Leader vows to counter military intervention with significant retaliation as Israel's bombardment of Iran continues.


Amid the ongoing conflict, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has firmly rejected President Trump's calls for an "unconditional surrender," asserting that military intervention will incur "irreparable damage." The conflict escalates further with intense Israeli airstrikes against Iranian targets, while Iran retaliates with missile launches aimed at Israel.

The situation remains critical, as the possibility of U.S. involvement looms large, heightening fears of a broader confrontation in the Middle East.

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Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Wednesday delivered a resolute rebuttal to U.S. President Donald Trump’s demand for an “unconditional surrender,” asserting that military threats against Iran will result in catastrophic consequences. Khamenei’s statement was broadcasted during a nationwide address, as the conflict between Iran and Israel entered its sixth day, marked by significant military escalations.

“Intelligent individuals familiar with Iran’s history will never engage with threats, as the Iranian nation is not one to be subdued,” Khamenei declared. He warned the U.S. that any military interference would result in “irreparable damage” to their interests.

This statement follows Trump's recent comments suggesting that the U.S. could support Israel’s extensive bombing campaign targeting Iran's nuclear capabilities. Trump had indicated that patience was running thin regarding Iran’s actions. Simultaneously, Israel launched aerial assaults on multiple Iranian sites overnight, claiming to have struck significant facilities including a nuclear centrifuge plant. Reports indicate that over 50 Israeli aircraft participated in these attacks, targeting locations in the Iranian capital.

In retaliation, Iran reportedly fired approximately 30 ballistic missiles at Israel, with most intercepted before achieving their targets. According to Israeli military sources, the strikes resulted in no immediate casualties, indicating a potential shift in Iran's military strategy since the conflict began.

As the Trump administration contemplates further military support for Israel, there is growing concern from U.S. military officials regarding the potential for American troops to be drawn into the escalating conflict. Iran’s military has reportedly prepared strikes on American bases should the U.S. intervene directly.

Meanwhile, the conflict has created significant dilemmas for Iranian citizens, with individuals attempting to flee impacted areas complicated by travel restrictions and fuel shortages. Reports indicate a surge in civilian consequences due to the intensified warfare, adding to the already dire humanitarian situation.

In a broader geopolitical context, Khamenei’s defiance serves to reinforce Iran's determination to resist external pressures, while the situation hangs on the brink of wider conflict, raising alarms across international communities observing from afar.

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