Iran Says It Is Fully Prepared for Renewed Conflict as Ceasefire Deadline Approaches

Gate News message, April 21 — Iran is fully prepared for the possibility of renewed conflict, according to the Tasnim News Agency on April 21. The statement comes as the deadline for the Iran-U.S. ceasefire agreement approaches, amid U.S. demands Iran considers excessive and the announcement of a naval blockade that has hindered progress in new rounds of negotiations.

Iran has assessed the likelihood of renewed conflict as high over the past two weeks and has conducted military movements accordingly, while preparing a new list of strike targets. Officials stated that if potential conflict erupts, Iran is ready to create another "hell" for the United States and Israel from the first second onward.