Iran threatens broad retaliation as Qatar mediates US talks

Iran threatens a broad military response to any new attack while Qatari-mediated diplomacy seeks to revive negotiations with the United States, amid escalating regional tensions. Tehran says it has no current plans for direct talks with Washington. Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ordered armed forces to respond immediately and effectively to any threat without geographic limits, including updating target banks for American and Israeli assets. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said a reported US message was studied, calling Washington's outreach positive but warning against using it to create divisions. Iranian negotiators are in Doha for consultations with Qatari mediators, who remain in contact with US counterparts. The moves come amid fears of renewed military confrontation, with no official details on outcomes or potential direct talks.