Iran has warned its Middle Eastern allies, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Turkey, that it will target U.S. bases on their soil if Washington launches an attack. This warning comes amid escalating tensions following President Donald Trump's threats of "very strong action" if Iran executes protesters, with an Israeli assessment indicating Trump has decided to intervene. The death toll from nationwide protests in Iran has risen to nearly 2,600, according to a rights group, posing a significant challenge to the clerical establishment. Direct contacts between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff have been suspended, reflecting the heightened diplomatic strain.