World · 23 February 2026

Iran Says Any US Attack, Including Limited Strikes, Would Be an “Act of Aggression”

Iran’s foreign ministry warned Monday that any military action by the United States — including what President Donald Trump has described as a possible limited strike — would be treated as an “act of aggression” and trigger a strong defensive response. Tehran insists there is no such thing as a limited strike and reaffirmed its right to self-defence amid continued indirect nuclear talks with the US and a US military buildup in the region.

By BriefTea Editorial · 23 February 2026 at 17:12

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