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Middle East braces as Iran warns U.S. of retaliation
Regional governments prepare for escalation after Iran claims intelligence of planned U.S. bombing campaign.
In brief
Regional governments prepare for escalation after Iran claims intelligence of planned U.S. bombing campaign. Iran has warned of broad military retaliation including strikes on U.S. naval forces if attacked, while Middle Eastern governments brace for possible regional conflict. Originally reported by Vaticannews.
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Here's the gist
Iran has warned of broad military retaliation including strikes on U.S. naval forces if attacked, while Middle Eastern governments brace for possible regional conflict.
