Iran announces $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing U.S. soldiers, doubled for women

The Iranian Armed Forces announced on Sunday that it would offer a $30,000 bounty for the killing or capture of United States soldiers, with the reward doubled if the act were carried out by a woman. The announcement was made through a statement issued by the Iranian Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces Logistics, which cited the ongoing hostilities as the backdrop for the measure.

The Iranian government noted that, to date, there have been no deployments of U.S. ground troops in Iranian territory during the current conflict, except for a brief rescue operation conducted in April. The ministry emphasized that the bounty is intended as a deterrent and a signal of Iran’s resolve against what it describes as hostile foreign military presence. The statement also called on Iranian citizens to support the effort, framing it as part of the broader national defense strategy.

While the reward has drawn international attention, Iran has not indicated any immediate plans to deploy additional forces. The move is seen by analysts as a symbolic escalation aimed at reinforcing domestic morale and projecting strength to both domestic and international audiences.