Iranian President Warns US, Promises ‘Crushing Response’ if Embargo Is Extended

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani speaks during the cabinet meeting in Tehran, Iran, on March 4, 2020. Official Presidential website/Handout via Reuters

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani warned of a “crushing response” against the United States if an arms embargo on Tehran is extended.

President Donald Trump pulled the United States out of a nuclear deal in 2018 because he didn’t think the deal would limit Iran’s missile program nearly enough. Iran has frequently called on Washington to lift sanctions and provide compensation.