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Iranian Defence Minister&nbsp;Mohammad Reza Gharaei&nbsp;Ashtiani vowed "limitless defence" while addressing recent missile attacks carried out by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) against terrorists in the region.

Undeterred by potential threats, Ashtiani said&nbsp;that Iran is prepared to respond decisively from any location that poses a threat to the nation.

His statement came during a cabinet session on Wednesday (Jan 17).

While underscoring Iran's commitment to condemning terrorism globally, Ashtiani assured that the country's response to any violation of people's rights and terrorist actions against Iranians would be proportionate, decisive, and tough.&nbsp;

Ashtiani made it clear that Iran does not set any limits when it comes to reacting strongly against violations of people's rights and terrorist activities targeting Iranians.&nbsp;

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<h2>Emphasis on international relations</h2>

Highlighting Iran's diplomatic principles, Ashtiani stressed the nation's respect for the sovereignty, interests, rights, laws, and territorial integrity of all countries, particularly its neighbors

The IRGC's recent missile strikes against terrorists included launches from Khuzestan province in southwest Iran and other regions. These actions were in response to terrorist activities, particularly those claimed by Daesh, which orchestrated bomb blasts during a memorial service for General Qassem Soleimani, resulting in nearly 100 casualties.

<h2>Escalation with Pakistan: Ambassador recall decision</h2>

In a related development, Pakistan has decided to recall its ambassador from Iran.

It came after&nbsp;Tuesday's&nbsp;missile and drone strike on the Jaish al-Adl base in Pakistan's Balochistan region,&nbsp; the first-ever missile strike by Iranian forces on Pakistani soil.

The recall decision follows recent events, and the diplomatic move signals a strain in relations between the two nations.

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Pakistan reported two children were killed and three injured, condemning Iran's actions and expressing concern over the lack of prior communication through established channels.

"We have conveyed this message to the Iranian government. We have also informed them that Pakistan has decided to recall its ambassador from Iran and that the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan who is currently visiting Iran may not return for the time being. We have also decided to suspend all high-level visits that are ongoing or planned between Pakistan and Iran in the coming days," the ministry said in a statement.

(With inputs from agencies)

Iranian Defence Minister Mohammad Reza Gharaei Ashtiani vowed "limitless defence" while addressing recent missile attacks carried out by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) against terrorists in the region.

Iranian Defence Minister Mohammad Reza Gharaei Ashtiani vowed "limitless defence" while addressing recent missile attacks carried out by the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) against terrorists in the region. Undeterred by potential threats, Ashtiani said that Iran is prepared to respond decisively from any location that poses a threat to the nation. His statement came during a cabinet session on Wednesday (Jan 17). While underscoring Iran's commitment to condemning terrorism globally, Ashtiani assured that the country's response to any violation of people's rights and terrorist actions against Iranians would be proportionate, decisive, and tough. Ashtiani made it clear that Iran does not set any limits when it comes to reacting strongly against violations of people's rights and terrorist activities targeting Iranians. Also read | Iran launches barrage of missile strikes in northern Iraq and Syria; US condemns attacks Emphasis on international relations Highlighting Iran's diplomatic principles, Ashtiani stressed the nation's respect for the sovereignty, interests, rights, laws, and territorial integrity of all countries, particularly its neighbors The IRGC's recent missile strikes against terrorists included launches from Khuzestan province in southwest Iran and other regions. These actions were in response to terrorist activities, particularly those claimed by Daesh, which orchestrated bomb blasts during a memorial service for General Qassem Soleimani, resulting in nearly 100 casualties. Escalation with Pakistan: Ambassador recall decision In a related development, Pakistan has decided to recall its ambassador from Iran. It came after Tuesday's missile and drone strike on the Jaish al-Adl base in Pakistan's Balochistan region, the first-ever missile strike by Iranian forces on Pakistani soil. The recall decision follows recent events, and the diplomatic move signals a strain in relations between the two nations. Also watch | Israel conducts air strikes in West Bank, head of terror cell killed Pakistan reported two children were killed and three injured, condemning Iran's actions and expressing concern over the lack of prior communication through established channels. "We have conveyed this message to the Iranian government. We have also informed them that Pakistan has decided to recall its ambassador from Iran and that the Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan who is currently visiting Iran may not return for the time being. We have also decided to suspend all high-level visits that are ongoing or planned between Pakistan and Iran in the coming days," the ministry said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

Pak recalls envoy to Iran as Tehran vows ‘limitless defence’ after air strikes

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro yesterday named a military general accused of drug crimes by the United States (US) as his new interior minister and removed from the cabinet his top economic official who was viewed as a potential reformer. 
 
The reshuffle, announced on his weekly &quot;In Contact With Maduro&quot; show, will add to constant tensions with Washington and disappoint those pressing for changes to currency controls and other planks of the failing socialist economy. 
 
Newly-named interior minister Nestor Reverol is a former head of both the anti-narcotics agency and National Guard troop. US prosecutors announced an indictment against him and another official on Monday for abetting cocaine trafficking. 
 
&quot;I offer all my support ... he has been attacked by the US empire,&quot; Maduro said. 
 
Allegations are part of smear campaign, says&nbsp;Venezuela&nbsp; 
 
Reverol, a 51-year-old soldier, who also served as interior minister under Maduro&#39;s predecessor Hugo Chavez, has in the past denied US allegations. Venezuela&#39;s government says the allegations are part of an international smear campaign. 
 
&quot;As interior minister, he broke the world record for capturing traffickers, that is why they want to make him pay, the DEA and all the U.S. drug mafias,&quot; Maduro added, referring to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency. &quot;That&#39;s why I have named this brave, combative, experienced man.&quot; 
 
According to the U.S. indictment, from 2008 to 2010, Reverol and the other official, Edylberto Molina, took payments from traffickers to alert them over raids, hinder investigations and arrange the release of suspects, cash and drugs. 
 
In another surprise move on Tuesday, Maduro removed his vice president for the economy and industry minister Miguel Perez. 
 
A former business leader, Perez had advocated for a reform of Venezuela&#39;s byzantine currency controls, to create one unified rate, and was viewed by economists and investors as a possible catalyst for reforms to the state-led economic model. 
 
The South American OPEC nation&#39;s economy is mired in crisis, with a third year of recession, triple-digit inflation, widespread shortages and vast lines at shops. 
 
&quot;I told him to rest for five or six days, I have given him a new mission, we will announce it soon,&quot; Maduro said of Perez. 
 
Industry vice minister Carlos Faria was named to the top post in that ministry. 
 
The outgoing interior minister, Gustavo Gonzalez, is on a U.S. sanctions list for accusations of complicity in 2014 violence against anti-government protester. He denies that. 
 
(Reuters)&nbsp;

The reshuffle will add to constant tensions with Washington and disappoint those pressing for changes to currency controls

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro yesterday named a military general accused of drug crimes by the United States (US) as his new interior minister and removed from the cabinet his top economic official who was viewed as a potential reformer. The reshuffle, announced on his weekly "In Contact With Maduro" show, will add to constant tensions with Washington and disappoint those pressing for changes to currency controls and other planks of the failing socialist economy. Newly-named interior minister Nestor Reverol is a former head of both the anti-narcotics agency and National Guard troop. US prosecutors announced an indictment against him and another official on Monday for abetting cocaine trafficking. "I offer all my support ... he has been attacked by the US empire," Maduro said. Allegations are part of smear campaign, says Venezuela Reverol, a 51-year-old soldier, who also served as interior minister under Maduro's predecessor Hugo Chavez, has in the past denied US allegations. Venezuela's government says the allegations are part of an international smear campaign. "As interior minister, he broke the world record for capturing traffickers, that is why they want to make him pay, the DEA and all the U.S. drug mafias," Maduro added, referring to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency. "That's why I have named this brave, combative, experienced man." According to the U.S. indictment, from 2008 to 2010, Reverol and the other official, Edylberto Molina, took payments from traffickers to alert them over raids, hinder investigations and arrange the release of suspects, cash and drugs. In another surprise move on Tuesday, Maduro removed his vice president for the economy and industry minister Miguel Perez. A former business leader, Perez had advocated for a reform of Venezuela's byzantine currency controls, to create one unified rate, and was viewed by economists and investors as a possible catalyst for reforms to the state-led economic model. The South American OPEC nation's economy is mired in crisis, with a third year of recession, triple-digit inflation, widespread shortages and vast lines at shops. "I told him to rest for five or six days, I have given him a new mission, we will announce it soon," Maduro said of Perez. Industry vice minister Carlos Faria was named to the top post in that ministry. The outgoing interior minister, Gustavo Gonzalez, is on a U.S. sanctions list for accusations of complicity in 2014 violence against anti-government protester. He denies that. (Reuters)

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