Iran eyes retaliation after US airstrikes: Key American bases now in crosshairs
The Times of IndiaSunday, June 22, 2025 at 11:46:27 AM
The U.S. just hit several of Iran’s nuclear sites—including heavily fortified facilities like Fordo and Natanz—with bunker-busting airstrikes. Iran isn’t taking this lying down; they’ve promised retaliation, and American bases in the region (like Qatar’s Al Udeid and Bahrain’s Fifth Fleet HQ) are now potential targets. This could spiral fast—both sides are dug in, and the Middle East is already on edge.
Editor’s Note: Think of this like a high-stakes game of chicken, but with missiles. The U.S. and Iran have been circling each other for years, and direct strikes on nuclear sites cross a red line. If Iran follows through on threats, we’re looking at a possible shooting war—one that could drag in allies, spike oil prices, and destabilize an already shaky region. Buckle up.
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