commander
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He is also a former commander in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and retains the backing of the paramilitary force.
The army's commander in the south, Narathip Phoynok, told reporters he ordered security measures raised to the "maximum level in all areas" including at road checkpoints and borders.
From Barron's
Nevertheless, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said in a statement Tuesday, “utilizing the U.S. military is always an option at the commander in chief’s disposal.”
From Salon
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Tuesday about the issue that “of course, utilizing the U.S. military is always an option at the commander in chief’s disposal.”
General Amir Hatami, commander of the Iranian army and one of its most senior military officers, warned Tehran will not tolerate outside threats "without responding".
From Barron's
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