Tehran is dangerously hardening its rhetoric and making it clear that it will not wait to receive the first blow, responding to threats from the Americans. Against a backdrop of escalating threats and international pressure, Iran declares itself ready to respond even preemptively, sharply raising the temperature of tension in the Middle East.
Warning with a clear message of deterrence
Iran warned that the continuation of hostile actions against it will provoke a harsh and proportionate response, according to an announcement by the Secretariat of the country's Supreme Defense Council. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Secretariat of the Supreme Defense Council of the Islamic Republic of Iran strongly condemned the escalation of threatening rhetoric and intrusive statements directed at the country.
Security and territorial integrity as a "red line"
The announcement emphasizes that Iran's security, independence, and territorial integrity constitute an inviolable red line. Any aggressive action or the continuation of a hostile stance, it is noted, will be met with a proportionate, decisive, and dynamic response.
Preemptive action in defense doctrine
The Secretariat underlined that, within the framework of legitimate self-defense, the Islamic Republic of Iran is not limited exclusively to responses after an attack has occurred. According to the statement, clear and tangible threat indicators are directly integrated into the country's national security planning, reflecting a doctrine based on deterrence, readiness, and the capability for preemptive reaction.
Escalation with unpredictable consequences
This stance reinforces concerns about further destabilization in the region, as Tehran appears to be adopting a more aggressive interpretation of self-defense, leaving open the possibility of military action before any direct attack.
Trump threatens the whole world: From Greenland to Iran
From Greenland to Iran, Donald Trump's threats have expanded across multiple fronts in recent days, following the American operation in Venezuela and the arrest of President Nicolás Maduro by US forces. Since the weekend, the American president and top administration officials have issued warnings to a series of countries, including Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Iran, and Greenland—an autonomous territory of Denmark. "American sovereignty in the Western Hemisphere will never be challenged again," Trump stated, adding that the US seeks "countries around us that are viable, successful, and where oil flows freely."
Iran
Trump renewed his threats toward Iran, where anti-government protests are in their second week. He warned that if the regime resorts to mass killings of protesters, "the US will respond very harshly." Days ago, he had stated that Washington is "ready to intervene" if Iran violently suppresses the mobilizations. Ayatollah Ali Khamenei responded that the Islamic Republic "will not bow to the enemy" and that the rioters must be "put in their place." It is recalled that in June, the US bombed critical Iranian nuclear facilities, ending the already fragile bilateral talks to limit Tehran's nuclear program. The statements and moves of the American government outline an aggressive realignment of US foreign policy, with Venezuela serving as a catalyst for a broader strategy of pressure on multiple geopolitical fronts.
Greenland
Trump reiterated that the US "needs" Greenland for national security reasons, arguing that the island has gained strategic importance due to the presence of Russian and Chinese ships. "Denmark cannot handle it," he stated from Air Force One, bringing back the possibility of annexing the island. The reaction from Greenland was immediate. Prime Minister Jens Frederik Nielsen characterized the statements as "completely unacceptable" and "disrespectful," emphasizing that his country "is not an object in the rhetoric of great powers." As he noted, "Greenland is a democracy and cannot be compared to Venezuela." Both Greenland and Denmark categorically reject any annexation scenario.
Colombia
Trump launched a fierce attack on Colombian President Gustavo Petro, whom he described as a "sick man who likes to produce cocaine and sell it to the US." When asked if this suggests a future "operation" in the country, he replied: "Sounds like a good idea to me." Petro responded with a lengthy post, defending his government's anti-drug efforts and citing "the largest cocaine seizure in history." At the same time, he declared himself ready to defend his country even with weapons, if necessary. However, according to UN data, cocaine production in Colombia has reached historic highs.
Cuba
For Cuba, Trump estimated that military intervention is not required, as "it is ready to collapse," noting that the country has lost key revenue following the fall of the Maduro regime. Conversely, Secretary of State Marco Rubio characterized the Cuban government as a "huge problem," leaving the door open for further moves. Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, speaking at a rally in front of the US embassy in Havana, sent a message that the Cuba–Venezuela alliance "will not fall without a fight."
Mexico
Trump brought back accusations that Mexico does not sufficiently control drug cartels, stating that "drugs are flooding the country" and that "something will have to be done." He even mentioned that he has proposed the assistance of the US military to President Claudia Sheinbaum. Sheinbaum categorically rejected any idea of military intervention, emphasizing that Mexico "rejects without any doubt the intervention in the internal affairs of other states." She also underlined that the country is cooperating with the US to address fentanyl, but clarified that she does not believe Washington is seriously considering an invasion of Mexico.
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