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WAR ALERT: US Threatens Iran’s Power Plants After Strategic B-1 Bridge Destroyed

On the 35th day of the escalating Middle East conflict, tensions have surged as U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, signaling that further destruction could follow unless Tehran agrees to a deal. Following the precision strike that destroyed the B-1 bridge—linking Tehran and Karaj, Iran’s key logistical artery—Trump’s latest statement names Iran’s power plants as the next potential target, intensifying fears of widespread civilian infrastructure damage. The B-1 bridge, one of the tallest and most expensive in the region, was valued at $400 million and spanned 1,050 meters with 136-meter-high supports. It was not only a critical transport link but also a symbol of Iran’s national pride and strategic connectivity. Two precise U.S. airstrikes rendered the bridge unusable, plunging surrounding areas into darkness and demonstrating a clear shift from military to civilian infrastructure targeting. Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, condemned the attacks, emphasizing that assaults on civilian facilities would not force Iran into submission. The Iranian leadership has signaled that retaliation will continue, focusing on U.S. and Israeli assets in the region. Intelligence reports indicate that despite ongoing attacks, Iran retains a substantial portion of its missile and drone arsenal, allowing for controlled but effective counterstrikes. Analysts note that the conflict is entering a new, more dangerous phase where strategic and civilian infrastructures are under threat, and the risk of further escalation is high. With Iran demonstrating both resilience and tactical precision, the international community is closely monitoring developments, aware that miscalculations could have far-reaching consequences for regional stability.

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