President Trump threatening to attack Iranian power plants if Iran doesn't reopen Strait of Hormuz; Iran threatening to target US infrastructure in Gulf.
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Admiral Cooper describes Iran as regime acting in desperation with major degradation of missile/drone activities, stockpiles, industrial base, and navy destruction.
Contradictory reports: long-range missile launch toward Diego Garcia suggests European cities in range vs. reports of degraded capabilities with little left.
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Iran has had missiles capable of reaching Europe for years; this demonstrates underlying threat of longer-range missile development.
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US allies frustrated but likely to join multilateral coalition as they see threat degradation and pressure on their own oil supply.
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Power plant targeting involves balancing act: civilian infrastructure vs. military targets like Kharg Island power plant that could shut down oil exports.