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Iran Prez: Go Ahead Make My Day

We're ready for a US attack, warns Ahmadinejad

By Mary Papenfuss, Newser Staff

Posted Nov 18, 2007 2:38 PM CST

(Newser) – Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad yesterday warned that his nation is fully prepared to respond if attacked, but downplayed the possibility of a war with the US. "We have made all preparations, and if there is any suspicion, then we are ready," he said during a visit to Bahrain. Ahmadinejad earlier characterized the US military as "shabby."

But he insisted "we never want any war in this region," and that he doesn't expect a battle. Indications have increased recently that Washington may be preparing an attack on Iran to destroy its nuclear capabilities. "We do not feel there is a crisis in this region, or do countries in the region," said Ahmadinejad. "The crisis is in Washington."

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad greets journalists. (Associated Press)

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. (Associated Press)

Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, speaks with the media. (Associated Press)

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