Iran has prepared missiles and other measures for potential strikes against United States forces in the Middle East, The New York Times Reports.
The Iranian military is planning the possible attacks as a retaliatory measure if American forces join Israel’s strikes against Iran, the report says, citing American officials.
Tehran plot to target American forces in Iraq first, then expand attacks to other Arab countries hosting US bases.
It comes as Donald Trump considers backing Israeli strikes on Iran’s underground Fordow nuclear site, which so far has been spared damage.
Officials also warned that Iran may mine the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil chokepoint, potentially disrupting international shipping and triggering a spike in energy prices.
The Houthi rebels, armed by Iran, would also be expected to resume missile strikes on vessels in the Red Sea.
US military transport planes have been spotted flying across the Atlantic, signalling a ramp-up in logistical operations.
American officials told the Telegraph that Mr Trump was more bullish about joining the conflict, which has been less deadly than feared.