Tehran warns of nuclear options and infrastructure strikes if US attacks Iran

Tehran has issued stark warnings of a potential nuclear response and attacks on civilian infrastructure if the United States launches another air campaign against Iran. The threats were reported by The Wall Street Journal and were communicated both publicly and through diplomatic channels. Iran has indicated it would target not only American military assets but also energy infrastructure, natural gas pipelines, airports, and other civilian facilities in the Persian Gulf region.

Mohammad-Saleh Jokar, head of the Iranian parliament’s International Affairs Committee, called for the use of deterrent weapons, including nuclear bombs, in the event of a US attack, according to Iran International. Jokar also urged the suspension of Iran’s cooperation with the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty if the United States attacks the country. He warned that nations hosting US military presence would face a “harsh response” and “pay a heavy price.”

Analysts estimate Iran maintains a vast arsenal of ballistic missiles, having resumed production in underground facilities. Despite previous military operations, including Operation Roaring Lion and Operation Epic Fury, Iran’s missile and drone stockpiles remain substantial. These capabilities are being used to deter further attacks, especially as interceptor missile supplies in Israel and US-aligned Gulf nations are under strain.

Recent attacks by Iran have caused significant damage to US air bases, embassies, and naval fleets in the region. Energy and industrial facilities in the UAE, as well as gas plants and airports in Qatar, Dubai, Kuwait, and Bahrain were also targeted. Tehran aims to escalate the impact of any renewed campaign, particularly as defensive capabilities in the region are currently limited.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned in an op-ed published in the Financial Times that new attacks would endanger civilian lives and threaten the stability of regional states and the global economy. Despite the degradation of some of Iran’s military assets in recent operations, the country continues to assert its readiness to defend itself with a range of capabilities, including potential nuclear options.

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