Iranian army warns of unlimited strikes on U.S. bases as tensions rise

An Iranian army spokesperson said the Islamic Republic's armed forces have gained experience from direct confrontation with the United States and Israel, and are now on higher alert, stronger, and more motivated than at the start of the conflict. He added that, under the Supreme Leader's order, any response would be "immediate, effective, and without geographical limitations."

"We're building more weapons right now in our military than we've ever built before. If we have to do the rest of the Iran thing, we're very much locked and loaded," the general said on Friday.

The spokesperson also linked the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to the U.S. administration meeting seven Iranian conditions. Iranian state media reported two explosions on Qeshm Island, marking the first strikes since the Republican Party lost control of both houses of Congress in the recent midterm elections.

President Trump said he was undecided about further attacks, stating, "I would rather not destroy the rest of the country, if possible, but maybe I'll have to," and affirmed he would repeat the war if faced with the same choice. He also echoed Vice President JD Vance's view that the war had political repercussions, while defending the decision to confront Iran.

Meanwhile, back-channel talks continue, with Vice President Vance personally involved in indirect negotiations aimed at a ceasefire and renewed nuclear talks. A diplomat familiar with the process said Iran is reviewing nuclear proposals presented by Qatar, which is mediating between the two sides.