Iran warns Israel of a "firm response" if it continues attacking targets in Syria
"If these actions continue, we will activate some calculated measures as a deterrent and as a firm and appropriate response to teach a lesson to the criminal and lying rulers of Israel," Ali Shamkhani -- the secretary of Iran's National Security Council -- said in his Tuesday remarks.
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- Published Date: 06:21 | 05 February 2019
- Modified Date: 06:21 | 05 February 2019
The secretary of Iran's National Security Council warned Israel on Tuesday of a firm and "deterrent" response if it continued attacking targets in Syria.
"If these actions continue, we will activate some calculated measures as a deterrent and as a firm and appropriate response to teach a lesson to the criminal and lying rulers of Israel," Ali Shamkhani was quoted as saying by Fars news agency.
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