Iranian Army Spokesman Warns U.S.: Another provocation would broaden war’s geography

What happened: Iran’s Army spokesman warned that a new U.S. provocation in the region would expand the geography of any conflict. Attribution and quotes: The spokesman, Brig. Gen. Akrami-Nia, said the Islamic Republic Army is continuously improving its combat readiness and is closely monitoring U.S. movements in the region. He added, citing the U.S. president’s “record” of breaking diplomatic commitments, that the army distrusts and will not respond passively to hostile action. Akrami-Nia said, “If the U.S. president again, through threats and appeasing the Israelis, embarks on another provocation in the region, without doubt the fire of war will cover a broader geography and the end of the war will not be in his hands.” Sources: Khabar Fori and IRIB (as reported).