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Trump warns of retaliation against Iran after overnight strikes
President Trump on Monday railed against the Iranian leadership and promised to hit back at Iran this week after Tehran launched attacks on U.S. military bases in the Middle East overnight, signaling that the regional conflict could start again after a month-long lull in fighting.
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- Why it matters
- Trump's public threat signals potential U.S. military action in the region this week, raising the risk of direct escalation between the two countries after a pause in fighting.
- Most affected
- U.S. military personnel in the Middle East — Face heightened risk from potential Iranian counterattacks if U.S. retaliates.
Regional allies hosting U.S. bases — Could face fallout from renewed U.S.-Iran military exchanges on their territory. - Likely next
- Whether the U.S. conducts strikes against Iran this week as Trump indicated.
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