Iran prepares more than 1 million fighters to create ‘historical hell’

Iran has prepared more than 1 million fighters amid fears of a possible ground war with the United States, the country’s media reported. This is further escalating the situation in the Middle East.

According to Iran’s Tasnim news agency, this large number of fighters has been organized under the supervision of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the Basij force and the regular army. A large crowd of young volunteers is also seen at recruitment centers across the country.

Military sources claim that this force is fully prepared for a possible war and is determined to create a ‘historical hell’ for the enemy on Iranian soil.

Meanwhile, the United States is also increasing its military presence. Preparations are underway to deploy soldiers of the elite 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, who are said to be joining the US Marines already stationed there.

However, diplomatically, the situation is still at a standstill. US President Donald Trump claims that talks are progressing, but Tehran has publicly rejected all proposals. Iran has warned that there will be severe retaliation if US troops enter its territory.

Meanwhile, Trump also mentioned a “mysterious gift”. He claims that Iran has allowed 10 oil tankers to pass safely as a sign of goodwill. However, there is no independent confirmation of this.

Iran has currently imposed restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Although suspicious ships associated with the US and Israel have been blocked, some neutral ships are being allowed to pass.

The ongoing conflict is also creating major military and financial pressure on the US. The report says that in the first 16 days of the war, the US and its allies have used more than 11,000 rounds of ammunition at a cost of about $26 billion. This is reducing the stockpile of weapons and the possibility of using less accurate “dumb bombs” if necessary.

Amidst the tension, it is known that secret diplomatic contacts are taking place. Although talks between the two sides are continuing through Pakistan, neither side is acknowledging it publicly. According to analysts, this dual stance of war preparations and secret talks is making the situation more complicated and could escalate into a major conflict at any time.

Source: NDTV