American officials say the US military is preparing for a possible Iranian retaliatory strike that could target American bases in the region, according to a single-source report. The warning follows days of escalating threats between Washington and Tehran after US airstrikes on Iran and signals of further strikes.
A single-source report from unnamed American officials indicates the United States military is bracing for a potential Iranian retaliatory strike that could target American bases in the region. The report, cited by the source, does not specify which bases or the anticipated timeline.
The warning comes amid a rapid escalation between Washington and Tehran. As The Zioneer reported earlier today, a US official stated Israel intends to strike major Iranian facilities, and Washington is reportedly preparing another wave of airstrikes that could target Iranian power plants. On June 9, the Israeli security establishment was reported to be preparing for the possibility of a US strike on Iran. Iran has responded by warning that if attacked, it would target new American interests in the region.
This latest report suggests US planners are preparing for the contingency that Iran may attempt to hit American military assets directly, rather than through proxies — a scenario that would mark a significant escalation of the current confrontation. The report is based on a single source and remains unconfirmed by independent outlets.
2 developments
- StrongUS reportedly preparing another wave of strikes, target list includes Iranian power plants
- DevelopingFox News: US military ready to respond if Iran decides to strike back
- DevelopingIsraeli security establishment braces for possible US strike on Iran, report says
- StrongAssessment: Iran retaliation expected between 00:30-03:00
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