The deputy commander-in-chief of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) says Iran is fully prepared to carry out “powerful and painful” military operations against its enemies, warning that any future strikes could extend beyond the region.

In an interview with Lebanon-based Al Mayadeen news channel on Friday, Major General Mostafa Izadi, said Iran has increased its military readiness and capabilities following the US-Israeli unprovoked war.

During the 40-day war, he added, Iran had demonstrated that it was capable of carrying out powerful military operations with resolve, strength, and readiness.

"This time, we are fully prepared, with greater readiness and more capabilities, to carry out painful operations and strikes against the enemy," he emphasized.