Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei has issued a strong warning after the killing of senior official Ali Larijani.
In a public statement, Khamenei said that “every drop of blood has a price” and vowed that the United States and Israel would face consequences.
The threat comes as tensions in the region continue to rise following recent military strikes.
Officials say the situation remains highly unstable.
Iran Promises Retaliation
Khamenei described the killing of Larijani as an act that would only strengthen Iran’s resolve.
“Such acts only reflect the enemies’ hostility and will strengthen the resolve of the Islamic nation,” he said.
He added that justice would be carried out and those responsible would be held accountable.
Iran’s military leadership has echoed this message, warning that any response will be decisive.
Who Was Ali Larijani
Ali Larijani was one of Iran’s most influential political figures.
He served in several key roles, including national security chief and lead nuclear negotiator.
Larijani also played a central role in shaping Iran’s domestic and foreign policy for years.
More details about his political career can be found on Encyclopaedia Britannica.
Conflict Continues to Escalate
The killing of Larijani is part of a broader conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.
The war began with strikes that targeted top Iranian leadership and military officials.
Since then, several high ranking figures have been killed in ongoing operations.
Coverage of the conflict has been reported by major outlets including Reuters.
Internal Pressure Builds in Iran
Larijani’s death has created uncertainty within Iran’s leadership.
He was widely seen as a key decision maker and a stabilizing figure in the government.
Some analysts believe his absence could complicate Iran’s response strategy.
It may also affect future negotiations related to Iran’s nuclear program.
Uncertain Path Ahead
Iran’s leadership has made clear that retaliation is likely.
However, the timing and scale of any response remain unclear.
Global leaders are closely watching the situation due to its potential impact on regional stability and energy markets.
For now, the warning from Iran signals that the conflict may enter a more dangerous phase.