Tehran, January 14, 2026 - Total News Agency - TNA - Tension between the United States and Iran escalated significantly on Wednesday, with reports that a U.S. military action against the Islamic Republic could begin within the next 24 hours, according to European officials cited by Reuters in several international media outlets. U.S. President Donald Trump has recently warned that he could take 'very strong measures' if Iranian authorities continue to execute protesters or commit grave human rights violations, although he has not specified the exact scope of the military response. The possibility of an intervention has not been officially confirmed by the White House or the Pentagon, and doubts persist about the magnitude, objectives, and final strategy of U.S. forces in case intervention orders are executed. European officials pointed out that while President Trump appears to have made a weighty decision regarding a potential operation against Iran, the size and timeline of the actions have not yet been specified. In parallel with these warnings, the United States has begun precautionary movements in the region. Military personnel at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, which hosts thousands of U.S. troops, was advised to move out of the facility as a precautionary measure against a possible attack, although authorities described it as a change in 'posture' and not a formal evacuation. From Iran, authorities have issued warnings of retaliation in the event of a U.S. military strike, and have informed neighboring countries, including Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Turkey, that U.S. military installations on their territories could be targets in response to a Washington intervention. The overall situation remains fragile.
