Iranian officials have issued strong warnings about possible military action against U.S. bases in Europe. This comes as tensions rise after U.S. President Donald Trump considers military strikes or more sanctions against Iran. Mehdi Mohammadi, an adviser to Iran’s chief negotiator, said the U.S. is thinking about a limited military strike within two weeks. Iran is preparing to respond. Mohammadi called the U.S. reaction to Iran's proposals "completely deceptive." He warned that ongoing sanctions could lead to a full pre-emptive war.
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In another statement, Iranian Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei warned that any U.S. military action would not be limited to nearby bases. He said, "If the Americans make a mistake and attack us, we will not limit ourselves to nearby bases. We may even target some American military bases in European countries." This warning follows Trump's earlier remarks that future strikes on Iran are "unlikely." He also noted that the U.S. is "locked and loaded" if the situation escalates.
Background
These threats come against a backdrop of changing U.S. political views after the midterm elections. Anti-war sentiments were strong among voters. Vice President JD Vance said the war in Iran was a major factor in the Republicans' electoral losses. Additionally, three people have been charged with plotting a terror attack on RAF Fairford, a U.K. base that hosts U.S. aircraft. Iran denies any involvement.
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The rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran could lead to more volatility in oil markets. This is especially true if military actions disrupt shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz. Investors will be looking for any announcements from the U.S. government about military actions or sanctions in the coming weeks, particularly after the two-week timeframe mentioned by Iranian officials.
Based on reporting by: theguardian.com, independent.co.uk