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Iran is drawing a red line around any country that supports U.S. military refueling operations, explicitly naming Bulgaria as a target of this threat. By labeling such participation an act of aggression, Tehran is expanding the potential theater of retaliation beyond direct U.S. assets to include allied nations. This escalates the stakes for any state considering logistical cooperation with American forces in the region. Watch for whether Bulgaria adjusts its posture or other NATO members receive similar warnings.