US and Allies Plan New Iran Attack, Tehran Claims

Iran warned Sunday that the United States and its allies are preparing a new major attack, vowing prolonged retaliation against American bases and interests if it occurs, further escalating regional tensions. Iran's central military command said any new offensive would trigger retaliation against US bases and interests, with Washington's regional allies also considered parties to the conflict. The command provided no details on the alleged intelligence, while the US State Department issued a security alert Saturday warning of possible unexpected escalation in the Middle East. The warning comes nearly seven months into the US-Iran war, with no signs of major concessions from either side. On Saturday, Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Riyadh and an oil facility in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia, as energy markets remain pressured by blocked shipping routes.