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Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing, capturing US soldiers

Punch Nigeria August 16, 2026 3 views
Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing, capturing US soldiers

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Iran's military has announced a bounty of $30,000 for killing or capturing US soldiers, with the amount doubled for women, according to recent reports.

This move is part of a controversial initiative that has sparked attention globally, given the existing tensions between Iran and the United States.

The announcement highlights the escalating animosity between the two nations, with Iran taking a firm stance against US military presence.

While the specifics of how this bounty will be implemented and who is eligible to participate have not been detailed, the declaration itself marks a significant development in the complex relationship between Iran and the US.

It is worth noting that Nigeria, Africa's most populous country, has not been directly mentioned in the context of this bounty, suggesting that the initiative is primarily focused on the global activities of US soldiers rather than any specific regional operations.

For more information on this developing story and the implications of Iran's bounty on US soldiers, further details can be found through additional reporting and updates.

<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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