The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that Iran's armed forces are fully alert and prepared to respond decisively to any potential aggressors. Officials emphasized that the United States and Israel should acknowledge Iran's diminished influence in the region. Meanwhile, Iran has declared its highest state of military readiness amid Iraq’s decision to suspend flights to and from Iran, citing fears of a potential U.S. attack. The prospect of renewed conflict with the United States has grown, with the State Department advising Americans in the Middle East to exercise heightened caution amid rising tensions.
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