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Why did Iran warn the US?

Iran supports Hezbollah and views an attack on the group as an attack on its regional influence. By warning the US through Oman, Iran signals its potential for a broader response to Israeli actions. This diplomatic move aims to deter further escalation and demonstrates the complex web of alliances and rivalries in the Middle East, with the US often caught in the middle.

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