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U.S. Killings Spark Iran’s Revenge Threats, Analysts Say

7/14/2026

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Experts say U.S. targeted killings have escalated Iranian rhetoric, framing recent threats as retaliation for past assassinations.
The assassination of Iran’s former Supreme Leader prompted renewed threats from the current leadership.
Trita Parsi notes the United States and Iran have been hostile for 47 years and that Soleimani’s killing raised tensions.
Parsi argues Khamenei’s renewed threats aim to appease officials claiming a right to revenge.

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Experts say U.S. targeted killings have escalated Iranian rhetoric, framing recent threats as retaliation for past assassinations.
The assassination of Iran’s former Supreme Leader prompted renewed threats from the current leadership.
Trita Parsi notes the United States and Iran have been hostile for 47 years and that Soleimani’s killing raised tensions.
Parsi argues Khamenei’s renewed threats aim to appease officials claiming a right to revenge.