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Trump warns Iran of ‘very hard’ strikes US quadruples weapon production,Tehran rejects ‘surrender’

Washington/ Tehran, Mar 7 (UNI) Following assurances from leading US defense companies to quadruple production of advanced “Exquisite Class” weaponry for the ongoing conflict, President Donald Trump threatened Iran with “very hard” strikes, while Tehran firmly rejected any unconditional surrender, as the war that began on 28 February 2026 enters its second week of intense fighting.
The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran intensified on Saturday as both sides exchanged threats and military actions entered their second week.
While US President Donald Trump warned of “very hard” strikes against Iran, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran would never accept “unconditional surrender” and vowed to respond to any aggression.
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