Iran says it will escalate counterstrikes if US attacks
By The BriefBrief
Iran is ready to intensify its conflict with the US and will escalate counterstrikes if the US continues attacking Iranian territory and infrastructure, a senior Islamic Republic official said. US President Donald Trump downplayed concerns about rising oil prices and the war with Iran.
WHO:A senior official from the Islamic Republic of Iran; Donald Trump
WHAT:Iranian official said Iran will escalate counterstrikes if the US continues attacking its territory and infrastructure; Trump downplayed concerns about oil prices and the war with Iran.
WHEN:Reported Sep 10, 2026 at 1:35 AM ET
WHERE:Iran
WHY:Iran’s escalation warning was triggered by the condition that the US continues attacking Iranian territory and infrastructure.
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