Pakistan, Aug. 2 -- A senior Iranian military commander has urged regional countries to reconsider their cooperation with the United States, warning that any American military action against Iran could trigger a wider regional conflict. Major General Ali Abdollahi said countries that support Washington's defence efforts risk becoming directly involved in any future confrontation. His remarks come as tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel continue to rise.

Abdollahi claimed the United States was attempting to strengthen its regional position by relying on the resources, infrastructure and strategic support of neighbouring countries. He argued that Washington was seeking to compensate for what he described as declining militar...