Iran warns of renewed US air campaign, stoking regional alarm

The Iranian command broadcast a stark warning, citing satellite intelligence that suggested imminent US sorties targeting Iranian positions. Military bases in the western provinces heightened alert levels, and air defenses were readied. The declaration reverberated through diplomatic circles, where Tehran and Washington have exchanged veiled threats for months. Allies on both sides, including Russia and Saudi Arabia, voiced concern over a possible widening of hostilities. Analysts predict a surge in arms purchases by Gulf states, as nations seek to fortify their skies. The rhetoric may also delay any forthcoming nuclear negotiations, reshaping the security calculus of the region.