Tehran: The British newspaper Financial Times has claimed, citing sources close to the Iranian government, that if the conflict with the US escalates, Iran is considering various retaliatory measures, including the option of targeting US military assets in Europe.
According to the report, Iranian forces have reviewed possible operations against US military installations in southeastern Europe, especially Bulgaria. Cyprus has also been claimed to be considered as a possible target.
According to the Financial Times, Iran has also considered possible ways to disrupt the undersea fiber optic cables passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Strait of Hormuz
According to Iranian sources, the nature and severity of the possible retaliatory action will depend on the steps taken by the US. However, the report did not confirm the implementation of these possible plans.