started · updated
Iran announces $30,000 reward for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers
Iranian Army Commander Amir Hatami has announced a $30,000 reward for any Iranian forces that capture or kill members of the United States military. The announcement, made during a ceremony for Journalist Day, specifies that the reward will be provided through the participation of the Iranian people.
This escalation follows recent tensions regarding territorial control. U.S. President Donald Trump recently claimed that the United States maintains de facto control over the Strait of Hormuz and suggested the area would become U.S. territory following the defeat of Iran.
Iranian officials have rejected these claims. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi asserted that the Strait of Hormuz has always been and will remain Iranian, stating that control cannot be achieved through decrees or military presence alone. Additionally, the Iranian Joint Staff issued a statement affirming their determination to defend the country against perceived American aggression.
Entities
Amir Hatami · Donald Trump · Iranian Army · Kazem Gharibabadi · United States Armed Forces
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] U.S. President Donald Trump stated that after defeating Iran, the Strait of Hormuz would be declared U.S. territory. insurgente.org
- [● 2 SOURCES] The reward is intended to be funded through the participation of the Iranian people. www.cmjornal.pt · insurgente.org
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Iranian Joint Staff issued a warning to the United States regarding the defense of Iranian territory. insurgente.org
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi rejected U.S. claims over the Strait of Hormuz. insurgente.org
- [● 3 SOURCES] Iranian Army Commander Amir Hatami announced a $30,000 reward for the capture or killing of U.S. military members. www.cmjornal.pt · liberoreporter.it · insurgente.org