Trump's Threats to Attack Iranian Infrastructure a "Sign of Desperation": Iran President

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has characterized threats by U.S. President Donald Trump to attack Iranian infrastructure as a "sign of desperation," asserting that such actions do not demonstrate power. Pezeshkian stated on X that critical infrastructure is vital to a nation's sustenance, and threatening these sectors, from transportation to electricity and water, reveals a lack of power in the face of a determined nation.

"Our nation will stand firm against any pressure or threats thanks to the knowledge and experience of its specialists, as well as national unity and solidarity," Pezeshkian added. This statement comes amidst heightened tensions and retaliatory actions between the two countries.

Trump had previously suggested that Iran had delayed negotiations and would now "pay the price," while also referring to Iran as the "Middle East's dead thug." He indicated in a Fox interview that further U.S. attacks on Iran were imminent, following Iranian airstrikes that targeted U.S. military sites in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain. These actions were in retaliation for Iran's downing of a U.S. drone.

Iran, in response to recent U.S. bombings, stated it would reconsider continuing negotiations with the United States. The current escalation marks the most severe since the ceasefire agreement on April 8.

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se mantendrá firme ante cualquier presión o amenazas gracias a los conocimientos y la experiencia de sus especialistas, así como a la unidad y la solidaridad nacional