Iran’s military has warned it could strike banks and economic centres linked to the United States and Israel in the Middle East. The announcement came after what Iranian state media described as an overnight attack on a bank building in Tehran.
A spokesperson for Iran’s joint military command, known as Khatam al‑Anbiya, said the strike on the Iranian bank was “illegitimate and uncommon.” He said this gives Iran the right to hit economic targets associated with the US and Israel across the region.
Iran’s media also carried a warning telling people in the region to stay at least 1,000 metres away from banks, because of the risk of possible strikes.
The threat reflects rising tensions in the Middle East. If economic centres or financial institutions are attacked, it could broaden the conflict beyond military locations. Analysts say targeting banks would be a serious escalation because it hits financial systems rather than only military targets.
So far there has been no confirmation from the United States or Israel about these threats or any future attacks. World leaders and markets are watching closely, as further escalation could have effects beyond the region.
