Iran threatened wider strikes on economic and civilian targets if the United States attacks. Tehran retains missile and drone stockpiles, while Washington is trying to move more servicemembers and diplomatic staff out of harm’s way.
WHO:Iran
WHAT:Iran threatened wider strikes on economic and civilian targets if the United States attacks.
WHEN:Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Iran
WHY:Iran’s threat was conditional on a U.S. attack; no further reason was stated.
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