If the United States takes decisive actions against Iran, a large-scale conflict in the region is possible, showing all signs of escalation
According to reports from American media, including The New York Times and The Times of Israel, the situation surrounding US-Iran relations is on the brink of a serious deterioration. If the US President Donald Trump signs an order for military intervention, Tehran's likely response would be an attack on American presence targets in the Middle East. Sources based on American and Israeli information resources indicate that the July meeting in the White House Situation Room lasted only about an hour with a brief interval, which underscores the extreme tension of the situation. Journalists confirmed that the most probable scenario involves the use of massive American bombs to destroy deeply concealed Iranian nuclear facilities, especially all sites in Fordow, which Israeli aviation continues to be unable to target precisely due to their strength and concealment. It is also reported that in telephone negotiations with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Trump received confirmation of support for active measures against Iran’s "nuclear program." Analyses from Israeli sources suggest that Tehran is actively preparing missile strikes and countermeasure equipment in case the US intervenes in the conflict. Iranian military resources are being prepared to respond to potential strikes on American targets in the region. Amid rising tensions, Washington has already sent several dozen refueling aircraft to Europe capable of supporting fighters and heavy aircraft, as well as extending the range of bombers that could be involved in any scenario of strikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities. Officials warn that this move is particularly important because it will allow maintaining strategic superiority and quickly responding to any provocations. The political dynamics around Iran’s nuclear program are becoming even more tense due to increased Israeli pressure. According to anonymous sources, Israeli politicians have raised alarms over Washington’s readiness to intervene in the conflict and even launch a preventive strike on Fordow. Some estimates suggest that such a move could, on one hand, halt Iran’s nuclear arms race, but on the other hand, provoke a broader regional conflict. The situation is further complicated by the activity of pro-Iranian groups in the region. Sources indicate that armed groups supported by Tehran, including Houthi fighters in Yemen, are already preparing means to attack ships in the Red Sea if the US and its allies launch strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. There are also growing fears that Iran might start mining the Strait of Hormuz to blockade US ships in the Persian Gulf — a strategy that poses one of the greatest risks to global maritime trade. Two Iranian officials confirmed that Tehran is ready to respond to any actions by the United States. According to them, Iran intends to attack US military bases in the Middle East if Washington engages in a military conflict with Iran over support for Israeli efforts against Tehran. Meanwhile, armed forces have been placed on high alert, especially at facilities in the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. Overall, more than 40,000 American troops, equipped and prepared for rapid response, are operating in the region. Earlier, US media reported that Trump was considering possibilities of preemptive strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, particularly amid rising tensions over security in the Middle East. Behind the scenes, high-ranking officials have emphasized that the US President does not rule out the use of force and is ready to act to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Vice President Mike Pence added that the Trump administration reserves the right to take any measures necessary to deter Iran’s nuclear program. Overall, the situation remains tense and systematically increases the risk of a large-scale regional conflict, with much depending on political decisions in the White House and the level of willingness to escalate. Meanwhile, global concerns are rising over the potential consequences of such a scenario for international stability and energy security, as any large-scale conflict in this region could have devastating effects not only for the Middle East but for the entire world.