Iran Threatens US and Israel with Retaliation in 2025 Crackdown

Iran warned the United States and Israel of retaliation as authorities intensified a nationwide protest crackdown, heightening regional tensions in 2025. Officials hinted at military or cyber responses via allied groups, while Washington and Jerusalem condemned repression and vowed deterrence. Human rights groups reported mass arrests and internet curbs. Diplomats urged restraint amid a closely watched, high-stakes confrontation across borders.