President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that his administration is prepared to target Iranian infrastructure, specifically mentioning bridges and power plants, in response to ongoing regional tensions. The statement followed reports from Iranian news agencies of aerial attacks across southern Iran earlier that day.
In response to the President's remarks, the Iranian Foreign Minister stated that any future military actions against the country would be met with "an eye for an eye." The exchange occurs amid a series of legislative and military developments involving the two nations, including a $95 billion funding package recently adopted by House Republicans intended for various priorities and the ongoing conflict.
The U.S. House of Representatives also voted Wednesday to rename the Department of Defense to the "Department of War" as part of the annual defense bill. These developments coincide with reports that the Trump administration has approved a nuclear agreement that may grant Saudi Arabia the authority to enrich uranium, according to the Associated Press.