Iran’s army chief, Major General Amir Hatami, has reportedly announced a $30,000 reward for anyone who manages to capture or kill a U.S. military service member, according to the West Asia News Agency (WANA); the report, published on Sunday, said the statement came amid escalating military tensions between Tehran and Washington, with both sides issuing increasingly hardline warnings over their military capabilities and potential responses. The reported bounty adds another provocative dimension to the confrontation and could further heighten concerns over the safety of U.S. personnel in the region; however, the claim is based on WANA’s report and has not been independently verified.
