Iranian FM Warns US Against Striking Civilian Infrastructure, Citing 'Eye for an Eye' Doctrine
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned the US and its allies against striking Iran's civilian infrastructure, stating the country's defense doctrine is "eye for an eye" and any aggression would lead to a powerful response, targeting contributors.
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Why It Matters
US President Donald Trump previously threatened to destroy Iranian infrastructure in response to attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
TEHRAN, July 22. /TASS/. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the country’s defense doctrine follows the principle of "an eye for an eye" and warned the United States and its allies against striking the Islamic Republic’s civilian infrastructure.
"Our defense doctrine is clear: eye for an eye. Any aggression against Iran, including our infrastructure, will compel a powerful and decisive response. Those who contribute to such aggression, whatever the kind of support, will also be considered as legitimate targets," he wrote on X.
US President Donald Trump earlier said that for every strike on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, the US armed forces would destroy an Iranian bridge or power plant.
Open Questions
- What specific actions would constitute "aggression" against Iran?
- How would the US respond to Iran's "eye for an eye" doctrine?
- What specific targets would Iran consider "legitimate"?
