Iran’s Revolutionary Guard commander warns the US, says his force has its ‘finger on the trigger’

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 4 min read 100% complete by By ELENA BECATOROSJanuary 24, 2026 at 12:23 PM

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A commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guard, Gen. Mohammad Pakpour, stated on Saturday that his forces are prepared and have their "finger on the trigger," amid rising tensions with the U.S. The statement, reported by Nournews, warned the U.S. and Israel against any miscalculations. This comes after a crackdown on protests in Iran that began in late December. U.S. President Trump has warned Iran against killing protesters or mass executions, and stated that the U.S. is moving warships towards Iran as a precaution. The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group is currently in the Indian Ocean. Trump also mentioned past talks with Iran over its nuclear program and threatened military action.

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