politics

January 30, 2026

US could ‘preemptively’ attack Iran

The US could launch preemptive strikes on Iran to defend its military personnel, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has claimed

US could ‘preemptively’ attack Iran

TL;DR

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio suggested preemptive strikes against Iran.
  • President Trump has increased threats against Tehran amid protests in Iran.
  • US military assets, including an aircraft carrier strike group, have been sent to the Middle East.
  • Rubio described Iran as 'weaker than it has ever been' but noted its accumulation of long-range ballistic missiles.
  • CNN reported that Trump is considering military strikes on Iranian officials, nuclear sites, and government institutions.
  • Key US concerns include Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs.
  • Iran has warned that any US attack would be considered an 'all-out war' and met with retaliation.

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