The commander of the Khatam al‑Anbiya headquarters of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned the U.S. and Israel against making calculation mistakes [1].
The statement comes as tensions remain high in the region, signaling that Iran is prepared to use military force if it perceives a threat to its security. This warning follows a period of diplomatic engagement, suggesting a strategy of combining military readiness with indirect negotiation.
In a statement issued Thursday, the commander said that Iran’s forces are on high alert and ready to respond to any threat or aggression [2]. The IRGC official targeted the U.S. and Israel in his remarks, cautioning them not to miscalculate the situation [1].
This military posture follows recent technical talks in Doha between the U.S. and Iranian intermediaries [3]. Those discussions lasted two days [3]. The IRGC statement serves as a public reminder that despite these diplomatic channels, the Iranian military remains poised for conflict.
"We warn our enemies, especially the United States and the Zionist entity, against making any mistake," the commander said [1]. He said, "Our forces are on high alert to respond to any threat or aggression" [4].
The Khatam al‑Anbiya headquarters is a central pillar of the IRGC's operational capabilities. By issuing this warning, the commander is reinforcing the deterrent posture of the Iranian state, emphasizing that any perceived hostile action will meet a proportional response.
“We warn our enemies, especially the United States and the Zionist entity, against making any mistake”
This warning reflects the 'dual-track' approach often employed by Tehran, where diplomatic intermediaries engage in technical talks in places like Doha while military commanders issue stern deterrents. By warning against 'calculation mistakes,' Iran is attempting to set a red line for US and Israeli intelligence and military planners, suggesting that any escalation could trigger a rapid and prepared military response from the IRGC.
