Tehran: Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has called the leaders of the US and Israel “filthy criminals” who will face “devastating blows” for their ongoing attacks on the Islamic Republic. Ghalibaf made the comment in a televised address and is the highest-ranking official to appear on camera since the attacks began on Saturday.

According to National News Agency – Lebanon, Ghalibaf stated, “You have crossed our red line and must pay the price,” emphasizing that Iran will retaliate with force. “We will deliver such devastating blows that you yourselves will be driven to beg,” he warned.