Tehran Prepares for Renewed US Bombing Campaigns Amid Escalating Conflict

The conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran continues to escalate, with Tehran preparing for the possibility of renewed and potentially larger US bombing campaigns. According to a senior Iranian official, the country remains capable of responding to new attacks but acknowledges the severity of its economic situation.

Iran's economy is facing mounting pressure due to the conflict, with an inflation rate nearing 90% and the rial having lost around a quarter of its value against the US dollar over the past two months. The country has also seen a significant decline in oil exports, with no crude oil loaded onto tankers in September, according to preliminary estimates.

The US military buildup in the region is raising tensions, with the Pentagon deploying additional forces and potentially bringing the number of US carrier strike groups in the Middle East to three. Iranian officials have warned that any new US or Israeli attack would trigger an immediate response.