Event Brief
Oct 20, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET
Iran warns of retaliation and Gulf cable attacks
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Iran’s Foreign Ministry warned Washington that Iran would retaliate against any strike, while an IRGC spokesperson threatened to target undersea internet cables in the Gulf. The statements marked another escalation in the war of words between Tehran and Washington.
WHO: Iran’s Foreign Ministry and an IRGC spokesperson
WHAT: Iran’s Foreign Ministry warned Washington of retaliation against any strike, and an IRGC spokesperson threatened to target undersea internet cables in the Gulf.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 12:34 PM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: The statements were responses to the prospect of a strike against Iran.
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