Iranian Military Chief Offers $30,000 Reward for Elimination or Seizure of American Soldiers
Iran's Army Commander-in-Chief, Major General Amir Hatami, has declared a financial incentive for those who kill or capture an aggressive US soldier, asserting that the time of American military presence in the Persian Gulf has come to a definitive end.
During a ceremony commemorating National Journalist Day, General Hatami announced a new initiative supported by public crowdfunding efforts. In this effort, Iranian citizens are contributing financial resources to bolster defense operations for the armed forces.
Under the proposal, anyone who kills or captures a US soldier and surrenders them to authorities would be eligible to receive a reward of 5 billion Tomans, equivalent to approximately $30,000.
General Hatami announced that valorous Iranian women achieving this milestone will be granted twice the standard reward.
In addition, the armament employed in the operation is set to be acquired by the Army at double its market price and will be permanently exhibited in a specialized museum.
Historic Overhaul of Military Structure
General Hatami highlighted the swift reconstruction and expansion of Iran’s defensive and offensive capacities, pointing out that these enhanced capabilities were recently showcased during the clashes with American forces in the Strait of Hormuz.
He cautioned that adversaries have significantly underestimated Iran’s military capabilities and should avoid repeating past mistakes, emphasizing that Iran faces no constraints in safeguarding its sovereignty.
He further emphasized a recent restructuring of military and security forces mandated by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei, suggesting that any regional military tensions will only strengthen Iran’s resolve.
General Hatami highlighted the wide-ranging strategic appointments recently mandated by the Leader, which encompass the elevation and reassignment of six senior military and security commanders throughout the armed forces. Among these is the notable appointment of experienced commander Major General Mohsen Rezaei as the new Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council (SNSC).
A Lasting Strategic Transformation
In a statement regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the Army chief characterized the crucial maritime passage as a “divine geopolitical capacity” for Iran, declaring that it will not revert to its past status.
Trump ridiculed recent statements made by the US president, who humorously suggested declaring the Strait as American territory.
Hatami declared, “You are gravely mistaken! Even jesting about this constitutes a significant error. This is Iran, and it possesses protectors who will not hesitate to take decisive action.”
He asserted that utilizing this geopolitical leverage was essential to dispel the threat of conflict looming over Iran, and the nation is committed to defending it with full force.
Iran’s General Hatami has reported that Iranian forces have executed a successful strike on the United States Navy aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, effectively halting its fighter jet operations for a temporary period.
Acknowledging Washington’s denial of any damage, he asserted that the carrier is currently in retreat, beset by unprecedented chaos and a profound mental health crisis among its crew members.
The USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) has been stationed in the area for an extraordinary duration, surpassing 250 days, as part of the ongoing aggressive campaign directed at Iran.
Recent revelations from US Democratic senators have underscored worsening conditions on the aircraft carrier, citing issues such as mold-infested facilities, limited meal provisions, and a profound mental health crisis marked by several reported suicide attempts among the crew.
The expulsion of US military forces is becoming an increasing reality.
General Hatami has criticized Trump, labeling him a “delusional loser,” according to Western media outlets. Reports indicate that Trump allegedly took refuge in a food truck due to security concerns, leaving his staff on an aircraft perceived as potentially threatened by the Secret Service during his recent trip to Turkey.
In a significant development, General Hatami underscored the strategic implications of recent Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting US facilities, notably in Jordan. He highlighted that these actions sent a clear and unequivocal message regarding Iran’s unbounded operational reach.
He stated confidently that the Iranian military possesses an uncompromising ability to target aggressors, with plans to further enhance this capability through tactical ingenuity and operational advances. This will ensure that no adversarial entity eludes Iran’s reach for retaliation.
The commander emphasized Iran’s demonstrated technical expertise in overcoming sophisticated air defense systems, highlighting that the Zionist regime has already experienced Iranian weaponry penetrating its multi-layered defensive shields.
He declared that the withdrawal of American forces from the region is now an established fact, with no authorization granted for their re-entry into the Persian Gulf, the Sea of Oman, or the Strait of Hormuz.
Hatami declared that the sole path ahead is the full withdrawal of American forces from the region, asserting that they have succeeded in this endeavor and are now solidifying their triumph.
He remarked that the United States and the Israeli regime currently find themselves in increasingly unpopular and isolated positions on the world stage, as countries begin to understand that they can no longer depend on Washington for their security needs.
