Iran Threatens Strikes on European Bases if US Escalates War

Iran is considering attacking military bases in southeastern Europe, including sites in Bulgaria and Cyprus, if the United States escalates its military campaign against Tehran, according to documents reviewed by the Financial Times. Nearly all European bases used for strikes on Iran could become targets, the sources said. The warning comes as the US has reportedly expanded its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil shipments. The report did not specify which bases beyond Bulgaria and Cyprus are under consideration. It also did not confirm whether any immediate action is planned. The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow passage between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. Around 20% of the world’s oil passes through it daily, making it a key strategic point in any conflict. US officials have not publicly commented on the reported intelligence. No independent verification of the claims is available at this time.