Iran has warned that American military bases in Europe could become targets if they are used to launch attacks against Iranian territory, signalling that Tehran’s retaliation would not necessarily be confined to the Middle East.
US Bases in Europe Could Become Targets
Iranian national security official Mohsen Rezaei warned that Tehran would target American military installations in European countries if US aircraft departed from those facilities to carry out strikes against Iran.
Speaking in an interview with Al Mayadeen, Rezaei made clear that Iran’s response would not be restricted to US bases located near its borders.
Iran’s Nuclear-Powered Naval Programme
Rezaei also revealed that Iran is working towards producing nuclear-powered ships and submarines, linking the programme to the country’s requirement for enriched nuclear materials.
Referring to Iran’s naval ambitions, Rezaei stated: “That is why we need our enriched materials.”
Military Response Could Extend Beyond the Middle East
The warning follows remarks by Major General Ali Abdollahi, chief of the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces, who cautioned that any renewed attack against Iran would trigger a response extending beyond the region.
Abdollahi warned: “If the enemy wishes to commit any foolish act, our response will go beyond the borders of the region.”
According to Iran’s Mehr News Agency, Abdollahi also asserted that the country’s advanced missiles would surprise its adversaries through their impact on the battlefield.
He further indicated that Tehran possesses additional military capabilities that could be deployed in any future confrontation.
