Iran war: Tehran warns US against ground assault
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Key Points:
- Iran's parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf accused the US of secretly planning a ground attack on Iran despite publicly promoting diplomacy, warning of a major global war at a critical stage and calling for Iranian unity.
- The Pentagon has reportedly been preparing plans for a possible US ground offensive against Iran, with troop redeployments to the Middle East, though senior US officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have denied plans for large-scale ground operations.
- Potential US military targets include Kharg Island, a vital hub for 90% of Iran's crude oil exports, which President Trump has previously threatened to seize in response to attacks on US personnel or ships.
- In Lebanon, an Israeli strike killed three journalists, including a Hezbollah correspondent, prompting condemnation from Iran and allegations by Israel that one journalist was involved in Hezbollah intelligence activities.
- Pakistan is hosting regional talks involving Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt to seek de-escalation and diplomacy in the Middle East conflict, positioning itself as a key mediator between Iran and the US amid ongoing tensions.
