Iran’s military has warned that any renewed US military action against the country would trigger sustained attacks on American military bases and interests across the region, as tensions between Tehran and Washington continue to rise.
Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters said on Sunday that it had received information indicating that the United States had decided to resume military operations against Iran, allegedly with the support of some regional countries. The Iranian command did not provide independent evidence for the claim or identify the countries it said were involved.
Iran Threatens Retaliation
- The Iranian military command warned that if Washington launches another attack, US bases and interests across the Middle East would become targets for continued Iranian strikes.
- The warning was described as a response to what Tehran says could be a renewed US military campaign. Iranian officials also warned that any regional country supporting such action could be considered a participant in the conflict and could face retaliation.
- Iran’s statement was carried by Iranian state media and reported by multiple international news organisations.
Regional Countries Also Warned
- Tehran specifically cautioned countries in the region against aligning themselves with any potential US military operation.
- Iran’s military command said governments that assist Washington could no longer expect restraint from Iranian forces. The statement did not name specific countries.
- The warning comes as Gulf countries remain concerned about the possibility that renewed US-Iran fighting could affect their territory, military facilities, energy infrastructure and shipping routes.
Trump Has Discussed Possible Military Action
- The Iranian warning follows recent comments from US President Donald Trump indicating that Washington is considering its options regarding Iran.
- Trump has said he is approaching an important decision point on whether to resume major military operations, while also leaving open the possibility of negotiations.
- The latest Iranian statement therefore comes amid uncertainty over whether the current period of reduced military activity will continue or whether major fighting could resume.
Strait of Hormuz Remains a Major Concern
- The confrontation also has implications for the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial international shipping route for oil and gas.
- Any renewed military escalation involving Iran, the United States or regional countries could increase risks to commercial shipping and energy supplies in the Gulf. Reuters reported that the latest tensions are already affecting regional security and shipping around the strategic waterways.
Claim of US Decision Remains Unverified
- Iran’s military command says Washington has decided to resume military action, but this remains an Iranian claim rather than an independently confirmed fact.
- There has been no independent confirmation establishing that the United States has formally decided to launch a new military operation against Iran. Trump’s public comments indicate that military action remains among the options being considered, but they do not by themselves confirm that a new operation has been ordered.
- The latest warnings add to growing uncertainty over the next phase of the US-Iran confrontation and the potential impact on wider Middle East security.
