Iran has threatened to expand its target set to include digital infrastructure, energy sites, and military assets if the US launches a major attack. According to Iran experts, the Islamic Republic may also target America's European allies, including Germany and the UK, which have facilitated the US military campaign.
Ellie Geranmayeh, an Iran expert at the European Council on Foreign Relations, stated that Iran has explicitly warned that any country that facilitates US attacks will expose itself to Iranian counterattacks. Iranian lawmakers and former officials have also predicted that the next round of war will reach Europe, with potential targets including US assets in southeastern European countries such as Bulgaria.
The risks of Iranian attacks on Europe remain a concern, with some experts warning that Tehran could work through proxies like Iraqi militias and Lebanese Hezbollah to launch attacks. The situation remains uncertain, with the potential for escalation and retaliation hanging in the balance.