The Iranian Foreign Ministry early Wednesday said its response to US attacks will be 'resolute,' dropping the word 'immediate' from a statement it issued just seven minutes earlier. The 01:32 statement had vowed an 'immediate and decisive' response. Separate reports from Iran describe heavy air traffic over Isfahan, indicating possible preparations.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry issued four statements in rapid succession early Wednesday morning, each adjusting the phrasing of its promised response to US attacks. At 01:22 Jerusalem, the ministry warned the response would be 'decisive and conclusive' (נחרצת ומכרעת). One minute later, at 01:23, it said the response would be 'clear and very strong, and will begin soon,' adding a separate report of heavy air traffic over Isfahan. At 01:32, the ministry escalated to 'immediate and decisive' (מיידית והחלטית). Then, at 01:39, the ministry reverted to 'resolute' (נחרצת), dropping the word 'immediate' from the vow. The rapid shift in language suggests internal deliberation or a deliberate messaging strategy, though no specific target or timeline has been given. The heavy air traffic over Isfahan, reported in the 01:23 message, could indicate military preparations, but remains unconfirmed. The statements come amid ongoing US strikes on Iranian targets and heightened tensions.
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