Iran issues strong warning as US military presence expands in Middle East Iran has reacted sharply to what it described as an escalating United States military build-up in the Middle East, warning that any attack on its territory or interests would trigger an “all-out war.” A senior Iranian official, speaking to international media, said Tehran is closely monitoring the deployment of additional US military assets to the region, including warships and air power, stressing that Iran’s armed forces have been placed on high alert. According to the official, Iran would not differentiate...