The Iran-aligned militia, Kataib Hezbollah, issues a stark warning to the United States, threatening to transform military bases in the Middle East into “duck-hunting grounds” if the US becomes directly involved in the conflict between Iran and Israel. This statement comes amidst rising tensions, as President Donald Trump considers military action against Tehran while publicly expressing a desire to pursue diplomatic negotiations first.
Recently, the militia’s leader, Abu Ali al-Askari, underscored the severity of their threat by mentioning potential attacks on US aircraft and the closure of key shipping routes, including the vital Strait of Hormuz. The US maintains at least 27 military bases in the region, with significant historical engagement, indicating the stakes of any military escalation. Furthermore, Kataib Hezbollah has previously been implicated in lethal attacks, raising alarms about the implications of their latest threats.
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