Iran and US exchange threats after US strike on Iranian wedding party

Tehran and Washington exchanged sharp warnings on Wednesday following the most intense series of military engagements between the two nations in weeks. Iranian officials accused the United States of bombing a wedding party, labeling the strike a war crime, while the U.S. administration, led by President Donald Trump, responded by threatening additional attacks against Iranian targets. The exchange came amid a broader escalation that has seen both sides launch missiles and drones across the region, raising concerns about a further widening of hostilities.

In retaliation, Iran’s security chief warned that the United States would confront a “new strategy” from Tehran, suggesting a shift in Iran’s defensive posture. Both governments have signaled readiness to expand their respective campaigns, underscoring the heightened risk of further confrontation. Diplomatic channels remain strained as the two powers navigate the latest round of threats.