The IRGC issues a threat against US campuses in the region, escalating the conflict as US and Israeli strikes continue.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) has warned that US university campuses in the Middle East are at risk of attack. In a statement carried by the Fars news agency, the IRGC advised employees, professors, and students to stay at least one kilometer away from these campuses unless the US officially condemns bombings by noon on March 30, 2026.
The warning follows weeks of US and Israeli strikes that have damaged Iranian military sites. The IRGC claims these actions have destroyed two Iranian universities, heightening tensions in the region.
Broader Regional Developments
Meanwhile, reports from The Washington Post indicate that the Pentagon is preparing for possible ground operations in Iran. This comes as the first contingent of US Marines has arrived in the Middle East to bolster security.
Yemen's Houthi rebels announced two attacks against Israel on March 28, 2026, raising fears of further escalation. Israel's military stated it aims to complete strikes on essential Iranian weapons production sites within a few days.
The US has conducted over 11,000 strikes on Iranian targets during the conflict. Despite this, Iran continues to fire missiles toward Israel, with air defenses intercepting threats across Gulf countries allied with the US.
Iran's attacks have also targeted Gulf nations supporting the US, amid ongoing exchanges. Several US institutions, such as Texas A&M University in Qatar and New York University in the UAE, operate in the region and could be affected.
As the situation evolves, the IRGC's threat adds to the complexity of the conflict, with potential implications for international students and staff in the area.
