Iran has issued a new warning targeting tourist and recreational destinations worldwide, asserting that missile production continues unabated nearly three weeks into the ongoing war with the United States and Israel.
The warning came from Iran’s top military leadership as the conflict, sparked by U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iranian territory, escalates, with frequent attacks on military bases, energy installations, and strategic infrastructure.
Gen. Abolfazl Shekarchi, Iran’s senior military spokesman, stated on Friday that “parks, recreational areas and tourist destinations” abroad would not be safe for Tehran’s adversaries, prompting fears of potential attacks beyond the Middle East.
At the same time, Iran insisted that its missile production remains uninterrupted despite sustained bombardment.
A spokesperson for the Revolutionary Guard declared: “We are producing missiles even during war conditions, which is amazing, and there is no particular problem in stockpiling.”
In a statement marking Nowruz, Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei praised citizens for their resilience, dismissing the impact of U.S. and Israeli strikes.
He described the attacks as based on an illusion that the removal of top Iranian leaders would collapse the regime.
He lauded Iranians for “building a nationwide defensive front” and claimed they had “delivered such a bewildering blow that the enemy fell into contradictions and irrational statements.”
The conflict has already resulted in significant casualties, including top Iranian military and political figures, while airstrikes have struck key facilities throughout the country.
Meanwhile, the United States has strengthened its military posture in the region, deploying additional warships and approximately 2,500 Marines as tensions escalate further.
Iran has also stepped up attacks on energy infrastructure across Gulf states.
Oil facilities in Kuwait suffered strikes that triggered fires, while Bahrain and Saudi Arabia reported intercepting missiles and drones. Explosions were also heard in Dubai as air defenses engaged incoming threats during Eid al-Fitr celebrations.
The war has disrupted global oil flows, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for energy exports.
Brent crude prices have surged to around $108 per barrel, a sharp increase from pre-conflict levels.
U.S. President Donald Trump criticised NATO allies for refusing to participate in operations, calling them “COWARDS” and describing NATO as “A PAPER TIGER.”
Beyond the immediate battlefield, the economic repercussions are spreading globally.
Disruptions to raw materials and supply chains have raised fears of prolonged inflation affecting food, fuel, and consumer goods.
Despite heavy losses and continuous airstrikes, Iran’s sustained missile production and expanded threats indicate that the conflict shows no signs of abating in the near term.
