[Iranian Speaker Says Armed Forces 'Are Waiting for U.S. Ground Action'] BlockBeats News, March 29: According to Iranian sources on March 29, Iranian Islamic Parliament Speaker Qalibaf stated that while the U.S. publicly emphasizes negotiations, it is secretly planning a ground offensive. Qalibaf said that Iran's armed forces are 'waiting' for U.S. ground action and will 'punish' its regional allies. Previously, reports from the U.S. indicated that the Pentagon is preparing for 'weeks-long ground operations' in Iran. It remains unclear to what extent U.S. President Trump will approve the Pentagon's operational plans. (CCTV News)