Tensions in the region are rising after the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran announced that it is at the highest level of readiness in preparation for the possibility of an attack. The published statement also said that since last June Tehran's missile stockpile has increased, as part of preparations for security scenarios.
A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran warned regional countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Turkey, that it would view US bases on their territory as targets for attack in the event of American military action against the regime following the protests across Iran. Earlier, two European officials told the Washington Postthat their countries had received requests from the US administration to share intelligence regarding possible targets inside Iran. One of them noted, "There are no indications that President Trump intends to strike nuclear facilities. It is more likely he will act against the leadership of the organizations involved in suppressing the protests." (Read More)
