Iran has warned the United States against deploying additional troops to the Middle East, saying American soldiers could become “victims” if tensions escalate. Tehran’s parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, made the comments amid a growing U.S. military buildup and heightened conflict with Tehran and its allies. 

The warnings come as the Pentagon plans to send about 3,000–4,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division to the region to support operations tied to the ongoing war with Iran and Israel. 

Iran said it was closely monitoring U.S. force movements, urging Washington not to test its resolve. Officials stressed that any military escalation could trigger serious consequences. 

Despite these threats, the United States has not publicly detailed plans to launch ground operations inside Iran, though troop deployments have increased. 

The situation is part of a broader crisis that has seen repeated military actions and diplomatic denials between Tehran and Washington, with each side presenting conflicting narratives about negotiations and future actions. 

International observers remain concerned that the mix of troop movements and hardened rhetoric could heighten the risk of direct confrontation, especially if diplomatic engagement does not advance soon.