Iran Warns US Over Israeli Attack on Lebanon Ridge

Iran has warned the United States that it will respond forcefully to any Israeli offensive on a strategic ridge in south Lebanon held by Hezbollah, according to sources. The warning was conveyed directly to Washington, though the sources did not specify how or when. The ridge is described as strategic and is currently held by Hezbollah. No further details about the potential Israeli operation or the exact nature of Iran's threatened response were provided.