Iranian President Responds to US Threats: Will Firmly Confront on the Battlefield

March 22nd, according to a report by Cailian Press, Iranian President Rouhani posted on social media stating, "The attempt to 'erase Iran from the map' is a desperate trampling of the will of a nation that has made history. Threats and intimidation will only strengthen Iran's unity. The Strait of Hormuz is open to all, except those who violate Iranian territory. Iran will resolutely confront these insane threats on the battlefield." On the 21st, US Eastern Time, US President Trump said via social media, "The United States has completely erased Iran from the map."