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Iranian Lawmakers Chant 'Death to America' – Tensions Rise in Parliament

Published January 11, 2026, 12:16
Iranian Lawmakers Chant 'Death to America' – Tensions Rise in Parliament

Scenes of tension unfolded in the Iranian parliament, with lawmakers chanting “Death to America” following a warning from the Speaker of the Parliament about potential US retaliation. The slogan has historical roots in the 1979 Islamic Revolution. Simultaneously, Tehran threatens to target Israel and US bases in the event of an attack by the United States, while Israel has been placed on high alert. These threats come amid ongoing protests in Iran, which began due to high inflation and poor economic conditions and have now taken on a political dimension. US President Trump has repeatedly threatened intervention and expressed his support for the protesters, while Iranian authorities accuse the US and Israel of inciting the unrest. The Speaker of Parliament warned the US not to miscalculate, emphasizing that in the event of an attack, Israel and US bases would be legitimate targets.