Tensions Rise: Iran Suspends Nuclear Deal Commitments Amid Defense Efforts

Gharibabadi said Tehran has also suspended its commitments under the deal and its implementation for the time being as the country is currently engaged in its defense. Pakistan and Kuwait urged the two countries to respect last month's agreement and avoid any move that could further escalate tensions. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement last month warning of further retaliation after recent US attacks. According to Iranian state media, the IRGC cited the Quran in its statement and said that whoever attacks Iran will be met with a similar response. The IRGC also warned the Gulf countries where US military forces are stationed. It said that if their territory is used to attack Iran, they will face a similar response. This warning comes at a time when tensions between the United States and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz are on the rise and the United States and Kuwait have not respected the agreement.