Tehran, Jan. 12 -- Iran's armed forces, backed by the nation, are fully prepared to respond to any aggression against the country, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated on Monday, Iranian state broadcaster Press TV reported.

Speaking at a press conference when asked about the possibility of war, Baghaei said Tehran is closely monitoring developments and remains ready to counter any hostile act.

"Our nation has shown that, with full might and complete courage, it defends Iran's integrity, and our readiness is increasing carefully and on a moment-by-moment basis, and our armed forces, as in the past, will be ready to repel any act of aggression," he said.

Baghaei also alleged that recent unrest in Iran was fuelled by forei...