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Iran claims US started latest Persian Gulf confrontation

In today's Iran media review, the IRGC alleges the United States started the latest incident in the Persian Gulf and threatens to target US ships if Washington targets Iran's.
U.S. President Donald Trump arrives to address the daily coronavirus task force briefing at the White House in Washington, U.S., April 22, 2020. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst - RC20AG905752

After US President Donald Trump said the United States would target Iranian ships that harass US ships in the Persian Gulf, the head of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it would respond to any US actions against it.

Hossein Salami, commander of the IRGC, said April 23, “We tell the Americans that we are serious and determined in defending our national interests, territorial waters, maritime interests, our shipping security and forces at sea and any action will be encountered with a firm, quick and effective response.” 

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