Iran says its forces are stronger than at the start of the war and could strike US bases outside the Middle East

Summary

Iranian Army spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia said the country's armed forces are stronger and on higher alert than when the United States and Israel began the war in February, and warned that they could strike US bases outside the Middle East. Hindustan Times framed the warning as a fresh message to Washington after threats from President Donald Trump. Middle East Eye, citing the state news agency IRNA, reported that the armed forces still control the Strait of Hormuz, which will remain closed until the US accepts Tehran's demands, and that any response ordered by the Supreme Leader would be immediate, effective and without geographical limitations. The Hindu also reported the spokesperson's claim that the forces are stronger than at the beginning of the war.

Timeline

1. Hindustan Times

   7 Nov 2026, 03:58 UTCSource ↗

   Hindustan Times reports that an Iranian Army spokesperson said the country's armed forces are stronger than when the war began in February and could strike US bases outside the Middle East, a fresh warning to the US after Trump's threats.

2. Middle East Eye

   7 Nov 2026, 04:07 UTCSource ↗

   Middle East Eye, citing IRNA, reports that Iranian army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia said the armed forces are on higher alert and stronger than at the start of the war, that they control the Strait of Hormuz and will keep it closed until the US accepts Tehran's demands, and that any response will be without geographical limitations.

3. The Hindu

   7 Nov 2026, 10:52 UTCSource ↗

   The Hindu reports that Iranian Army Spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia said the Islamic Republic's armed forces, having gained experience from direct confrontation with the United States and Israel, are stronger than they were at the beginning of the war.