Iran warns Bulgaria against hosting US warplanes
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman warned Bulgaria on Tuesday not to allow the U.S. to use the European country’s territory for military operations against Iran. Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei said any activity that facilitates U.S. attacks…
Assessment
Iran is escalating its diplomatic pressure on NATO member Bulgaria over a proposed U.S. military deployment. The warning frames any cooperation with American forces as complicity in aggression, raising the stakes for Sofia's parliamentary decision. This reflects Tehran's broader strategy to deter neighboring states from hosting U.S. assets amid heightened tensions. The outcome will signal whether European allies are willing to absorb such risks.