Washington, United States, Jan 29, 2026 (AFP) - US bases in the Middle East - possible targets for Iran?

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2026-01-29

The United States and Iran appear to be moving closer to military conflict, with President Donald Trump saying Washington is "ready, willing and able" to strike its arch-foe, and Tehran vowing a "crushing response." Retaliation by Tehran to a US attack would likely target some of the tens of thousands of American troops deployed across the Middle East, with Iran's army spokesman warning that Washington has numerous bases "within the range of our......

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