Iran is ramping up defenses at its nuclear sites and rallying support from its populace in anticipation of potential U.S. attacks. Officials have indicated that they may conduct ground incursions into neighboring Gulf states if U.S. strikes resume. Iranian military leaders have warned against ‘playing with fire’ and have threatened to target U.S. data centers, artificial intelligence facilities, and undersea cables in response to any aggression. Reports suggest that Tehran is preparing for a wider conflict, hinting at increased missile capabilities and a readiness to defend its regional interests robustly. High-ranking officials have also declared that Iran’s response to U.S. actions will be decisive, with the possibility of preemptive strikes looming if tensions escalate further.