Iran Threatens US Bases as Trump Weighs Major Decision on Military Action
Iran threatens US bases as President Donald Trump weighs a major decision on military action, while Washington issues urgent travel warnings amid rising regional tensions.
Iran Threatens US Bases and Regional Allies Amid Escalation
Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has issued a stern warning, claiming to possess intelligence that the United States has decided to resume military operations against the Islamic Republic. According to the military body, the decision was reached during a joint meeting held in a European nation and received a green light from several Middle Eastern countries. The headquarters warned that any act of aggression by the US would trigger continuous and effective attacks against all American bases and interests in the region without restriction.
Simultaneously, Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, stated that Tehran has communicated its conditions for ending regional conflicts through Qatari intermediaries and is currently awaiting a response from President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until Tehran's demands are met.
Trump Weighs Major Decision on Military Action Against Iran
In an interview with Channel 12, US President Donald Trump stated that he faces a major decision regarding whether to launch a large-scale war against Iran. His remarks preceded a planned meeting with leaders of six Gulf states in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Trump emphasized his desire to hear directly from regional allies on the appropriate next steps, noting that he holds the authority to decide on decisive military action.
I have a big decision to make — whether I want to go in and wipe them out or not. Anything can happen with me.
Trump declined to specify whether he would make the decision before or near upcoming political cycles, and remarked that he might meet with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Following earlier concerns from Saudi and Qatari leaders regarding potential Iranian retaliation against oil and gas infrastructure, the US administration has maintained a naval blockade on Iranian ports and enforced strict economic sanctions.
US Issues Urgent Travel Warning and Maintains Force Posture
In response to the mounting regional tensions, the US government issued an urgent security warning advising citizens to reconsider travel to the Middle East due to the risk of sudden airspace closures and widespread disruptions. Washington remains particularly concerned about potential threats from Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and risks to diplomatic facilities worldwide.
On the ground, President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth have directed the US military to maintain a full force posture in the Middle East through the end of the year to ensure operational readiness, as senior officials stress that decisive long-term determinations will soon be required.
