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Tensions in the Middle East continue to surge after senior Iranian official Ali Larijani warned the United States that President Donald Trump “has to pay” for the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader. In an interview with Mehr News Agency, Larijani said Iran’s retaliatory operations would be “continuous” and insisted the country’s missile stockpiles remain fully operational despite ongoing strikes. He also accused Washington of trying to create chaos in Iran through targeted assassinations of its leadership. The remarks come shortly after Trump claimed Iran was “being beaten to hell” and warned of further strikes if Tehran escalates. The sharp exchange of threats highlights the rapidly widening confrontation between Iran, the United States and Israel.