Tehran, Jan. 11 -- Iran's parliamentary speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, warned that Tehran would view US military and commercial bases as "legitimate targets" for retaliation if Washington intervenes militarily amid continuing unrest in the country.

"If the US takes military action towards Iran or the occupied territories, the US military and shipping centres will be considered legitimate targets," Qalibaf said. "We do not limit ourselves to only reacting after an action has been taken," he added.

Qalibaf's remarks came after United States President Donald Trump reiterated his threat to attack Iran if authorities used force to suppress a growing wave of nationwide protests triggered by public frustration against the government.

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