Iran senior military official says renewed conflict with US 'likely'

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TEHRAN: A senior Iranian military official has stated that a direct conflict with the United States is ‘likely’ as regional tensions continue to rise. According to reports, the official indicated that the Iranian armed forces are on high alert in response to the increased U.S. military presence in the region and ongoing economic sanctions.

This statement comes amid a period of diplomatic stalemate and increased naval activity in West Asian waters. The official identified these factors as the primary drivers behind the current friction between the two nations.

Observers suggest that while such rhetoric is frequent, the current geopolitical climate increases the risk of a military miscalculation. With both sides maintaining firm positions, the situation remains a significant concern for regional stability and global energy markets.

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