Iranian officials have warned that Tehran will strike European military bases in Italy and Germany if the United States uses them against Iran, according to a statement by an Iranian parliament member. The warning comes amid heightened tensions following recent US strikes on an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz.
The threat was made by Ahmad Bakhshayesh Ardestani, a member of Iran's security committee, who stated that Iran would fire on any European base used against it. State-run media warned that any new confrontation could reach "the heart of Europe." The remarks follow a series of military actions in the region, including reported US strikes on Iranian territory and Iranian retaliatory attacks on US bases.
Satellite images have shown damage to hundreds of structures and military assets at US bases across the Middle East, according to reports from the Associated Press and Wall Street Journal. The images suggest that Iranian and Iran-backed forces have launched attacks on US military installations, targeting radar systems, hangars, and troop housing.
The situation has escalated as Iran prepares a "maximum deterrence" plan in response to any new US attack, according to Iranian officials. This includes a public survival guide issued to citizens in Isfahan, detailing steps to take in the event of a nuclear explosion. The guide marks a significant shift in Iran's public stance as regional tensions reach a critical point.
The recent US strikes on an Iranian island in the Strait of Hormuz have prompted strong reactions from Tehran, with President Masoud Pezeshkian stating that a return to war would benefit "no one." The warning from Iranian officials reflects a broader pattern of military posturing and increased regional instability.
