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The United States intelligence officials have indicated the possibility of an Israeli attack on Iran and a potential retaliatory response from Iran.
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New Delhi: The United States has increased the security at its military bases in the Middle East as the nuclear talks with Iran appear to be heading toward failure. The Donald Trump administration has asked its officials to leave for Iraq, while allowing military families to evacuate from American bases. It is important to note that these steps come at a time when there is a rising fears of an Israeli strike on Iran's nuclear facilities. US intelligence officials are concerned that Israel may act without American approval, potentially dragging the US into the conflict.
Notably, if Netanyahu carries out attacks on Iran, Tehran could strike back by targeting bases in West Asia. Iran has warned that if there is an attack on its territory, it will hold the United States responsible. This has raised fears of a major conflict erupting across the region. All of this is happening at a time when nuclear talks are ongoing between Iran and the United States. The sixth round of discussions between the two sides is scheduled for Sunday in Oman, but it may be postponed. There are concerns that this meeting could go off track.
Concerns Rise Following Reports of Possible Attack on Iran
The United States intelligence officials have indicated the possibility of an Israeli attack on Iran and a potential retaliatory response from Iran, according to a report by The Washington Post. Owing to the recent report, the U.S. State Department has ordered emergency meetings and security assessments at embassies located near Iranian targets. It is important to note that these embassies are situated in regions including West Asia, Eastern Europe, and North Africa.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has approved the return of non-essential embassy staff from Iraq. The U.S. Central Command is working closely with the State Department and allied partners to ensure readiness. A senior diplomat told The Washington Post, "We are concerned. We believe this is a more serious situation than at any time in the past."
Threat to American Citizens in the Middle East
US Senator Tom Cotton claimed in a post on X that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed Iran is actively working toward developing nuclear weapons. He stated that this cannot be allowed to happen for the sake of US national security, the safety of our allies, and the protection of millions of civilians in the region. Former U.S. President Donald Trump has also expressed doubts about reaching a nuclear deal with Iran.
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