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March 30, 2026
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Iran warns U.S. against ground invasion as regional powers meet in Pakistan to discuss escalating Middle East tensions.

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Iran has warned the United States against launching a ground invasion as regional powers convene in Pakistan to discuss escalating tensions in the Middle East. The warning reflects Iran's concerns about potential U.S. military action amid ongoing hostilities in the region. The meeting in Pakistan brings together key players with stakes in Middle Eastern stability, signaling diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation. Iran's explicit caution suggests heightened military posturing and the risk that miscalculation could trigger direct confrontation between Tehran and Washington. The convergence of diplomatic talks and military warnings underscores the fragile balance between competing regional interests and U.S. strategic goals.

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