The Iranian army warned on Tuesday that Iran would bomb its own territory rather than allow US forces to occupy it, as threats of a potential ground operation by either side raised fears of a broader war across the Arabian Gulf.

Iran warns of strikes on US forces near its islands. Kharg Island no longer under Iranian control by July 31 at 1.8% YES, by August 31 at 7.0% YES.

Iran threatens to bomb its own territory if U.S. forces occupy it. U.S.-Iran deal including reconstruction funding in 2026 at 29% YES.