Iran's military announced a $30,000 bounty for any individual who kills or captures a U.S. soldier and hands the person over to authorities.

Iranian Army Chief Amir Hatami stated that the reward equals 5 billion tomans and will be paid by the Islamic Republic of Iran's Army. The amount doubles to $60,000 for women who complete the mission. Weapons used in such actions would reportedly be displayed in a museum.

"Anyone who kills or captures and hands over an invading American military personnel will receive a reward equivalent to $30,000," Hatami said in the announcement. The statement frames U.S. forces as invaders amid ongoing regional tensions.

The bounty comes as peace talks between the United States and Iran have reportedly collapsed. It follows months of heightened friction in the Middle East involving Iranian-backed groups and American military presence.

U.S. officials have not issued an immediate public response to the specific announcement. American troops remain deployed in the region as part of ongoing operations against terrorist organizations and to deter further Iranian aggression.

This marks another escalation in Iran's direct threats against U.S. personnel. Past Iranian actions have included support for attacks on American forces through proxies, though this represents an explicit financial incentive aimed at individual soldiers.

The development underscores persistent challenges in U.S.-Iran relations under the current administration. Critics argue that previous diplomatic approaches have failed to curb Tehran's hostile posture toward American interests and allies.