"Even before images of death and destruction in Iran began flooding the internet, Western security officials had expressed concern that Iran or its proxies-Hezbollah in Lebanon, Iraqi Shia militia groups, the Houthis in Yemen-could launch attacks in the United States, Europe, or elsewhere."
"Besides seeking revenge, Iran's goal for engineering high-profile attacks in the West would be to turn populations against their governments so that they push policy makers to bring the conflict to an end. Terrorist attacks in Western cities could become a pressure point, making the U.S. and its allies directly feel the pain of this war."
"At this stage, Iran has very little to lose, and might be willing to take more extreme actions than it has in the past. The U.S. and its allies must remain vigilant and prepare for the possibility of violence on their shores."
Following U.S.-Israel military operations against Iran, Tehran has launched retaliatory rocket and drone strikes across the Middle East, though its capacity appears to be diminishing. Western security officials warn that Iran and its proxy groups—including Hezbollah, Iraqi Shia militias, and the Houthis—may conduct attacks in the United States, Europe, and other Western locations. Iran's strategic objective extends beyond revenge; high-profile attacks in Western cities would aim to turn civilian populations against their governments, pressuring policymakers to end the conflict. With limited options remaining, Iran may pursue more extreme actions than previously attempted. The U.S. and its allies must prepare for potential violence on their home soil.
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