dijlahpoint - Regional tension escalated following statements by officials in the Iranian parliament vowing a harsh military response in case national security is targeted, coinciding with US military movements in the region.

Iranian leadership confirmed the armed forces' readiness to protect regional waters and infrastructure sites, while international diplomatic and military circles continue to monitor developments amid fears of the conflict expanding.

These developments come at a time when the parties are exchanging messages of warning and military deterrence via official platforms and media outlets.