Iran’s senior armed forces spokesperson, General Abolfazl Shekarchi, has vowed to retaliate against what he described as the “shameless and brutal crimes” of the United States and Israel. According to Iran’s Defa Press news agency, Shekarchi called on regional countries to reveal the hidden bases of enemy forces to minimize civilian casualties.

He accused the US and Israeli militaries of killing civilians, including women and children, out of frustration and an inability to confront Iran’s armed forces directly. Shekarchi warned that Iran is preparing a strong response and urged readiness for severe retaliation against those responsible.

The general appealed to Muslims and regional governments to identify and disclose the secret locations of what he termed “American-Zionist forces,” claiming this would help prevent harm to civilians and allow Iran to target those allegedly using local populations as human shields.