10.03.2026 05:40
As the war between the US-Israel and Iran enters its 11th day, fierce statements continue alongside the clashes on the front lines. Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps spokesman Ali Mohammed Naini responded to US President Donald Trump's statement that "Iran's power has come to an end," saying, "Trump is trying to exert psychological pressure on Iran through lies and deception. We are continuing the war with all our strength, and the end of the war will be determined by Iran."
The escalating tension between Iran and the US and Israel in the Middle East has entered a new phase with mutual harsh statements and military mobilization. The military buildup in the region, the activity around the Strait of Hormuz, and the statements targeting each other have increased concerns that the war could widen further. Most recently, a notable response came from Tehran after US President Donald Trump claimed that Iran's military power had been largely destroyed.
HARSH RESPONSE TO TRUMP'S WORDS
Ali Mohammed Naini, spokesperson for the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, reacted strongly to US President Donald Trump's statement that "Iran's power has ended." Iranian state television shared Naini's statements on the matter with the public.
Naini argued that Trump's statements do not reflect the truth and claimed that the US administration is trying to create psychological pressure. The Iranian spokesperson stated that Washington is attempting to mislead the public and emphasized that Iran is maintaining its military and political resistance.
"WE ARE FIGHTING THE WAR WITH ALL OUR STRENGTH"
Naini stated, "Trump is trying to exert psychological pressure on Iran through lies and deception. Iran is resisting the attacks of the US and Israel with brave and strong will. We are fighting the war with all our strength, and the end of the war will be determined by Iran."
The Iranian spokesperson also mentioned that US military assets in the region are also targets. Naini claimed that the US military infrastructure in the region has been largely rendered ineffective and stated that the Iranian armed forces are closely monitoring developments around the Strait of Hormuz. Naini said, "The Iranian armed forces are waiting for the US Navy in the Strait of Hormuz and the 'Gerald Ford' aircraft carrier."
"THE US IS IN A DIFFICULT POSITION"
Naini, who claimed that Trump misled the American public, argued that Iran's responses have put the Washington administration in a difficult position. The Iranian spokesperson assessed, "Trump started the war by lying to the American people. However, now Iran's responses have left him in a confused and desperate situation."
Meanwhile, following Trump's speech, the Hatemul Enbiya Central Headquarters of the Revolutionary Guard Corps also issued a written statement. The statement emphasized that there is no ceasefire plan regarding the end of the conflicts and indicated that attacks would be increased. The headquarters stated, "There is no ceasefire, and we are increasing the volume of attacks."
TRUMP: THE WAR WILL END SOON
US President Donald Trump claimed during a press conference in Miami that operations against Iran have largely been successful. Trump asserted that a significant portion of Iran's military capacity has been rendered ineffective, stating that the war "will end soon."
The military activity in the region is also noteworthy. The "USS Gerald R. Ford" aircraft carrier of the US Navy is operating in the Red Sea, while the "USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72)" aircraft carrier is active in the Gulf of Oman. This intense military presence in the region raises concerns that tensions may escalate further. While the parties continue their harsh statements and military preparations, the international community emphasizes the need to accelerate diplomatic efforts to prevent the conflicts from turning into a broader regional war.
US-ISRAEL ATTACKS ON IRAN
Israel and the US launched a military attack on Iran on February 28 while negotiations were ongoing between Tehran and the Washington administration. Iran responded with attacks on targets it identified in several regional countries, including Qatar, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Bahrain, in addition to Israel.
In the US-Israel attacks, Iranian leader Ali Khamenei, along with many high-ranking officials, lost their lives. According to Iranian officials, 1,332 people were killed in the US-Israel attacks. The Iranian Experts Assembly announced that after the death of Ali Khamenei in the US-Israel airstrike on February 28, his son Mojtaba Khamenei was elected to the leadership position with an "overwhelming majority of votes."