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United States of America does not want to enter into a conflict with Iran, but Washington will take all measures to protect its forces deployed in the Middle East. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made the announcement during his previously unannounced visit to Iraq.
According to him, it is extremely important that the United States sends a clear message to those who are “seeking to profit from the current conflict in Gaza,” as well as those , who are attempting to threaten American troops.
“We will take all necessary steps to protect our people. But we are not seeking conflict with Iran,” Blinken said.
In addition, during a meeting with representatives of the Iraqi authorities, the politician made it clear that the recent attacks by “pro-Iranian forces” on American military bases in the Middle East are “totally unacceptable. ”
Earlier, Iranian Defense Minister Brigadier General Mohammad Reza Ashtiani threatened Washington with a “serious blow” if the United States does not stop waging war in the Middle East.