Retired Army Col. John Mills warned on Newsmax that while Israel’s precision air campaign has left Iran “very weakened,” Tehran may now shift focus toward retaliating against nearby U.S. military installations—a potential flashpoint that could pull the United States directly into the conflict.
At a Glance
- Mills says Israeli strikes effectively eliminated key Iranian leadership and nuclear infrastructure
- He warns Iran may retaliate by targeting U.S. military bases in the region
- Netanyahu’s recent address hinted at encouraging regime change within Iran
- Reports indicate Israel’s Mossad launched operations from a covert drone base
- Internal unrest may be brewing in Iran, with estimates that 80% of the population opposes the regime
Targeting U.S. Bases Next?
According to John Mills on Newsmax, Iran’s missile and drone infrastructure has been “greatly diminished,” but not eliminated. He warns Iran could still lash out—particularly at U.S. facilities across Iraq, Syria, or the Gulf. Though the Islamic Republic has absorbed serious damage, its capacity for asymmetric retaliation remains intact.
Israel’s Strategic Message
Prime Minister Netanyahu’s messaging has gone beyond military goals. As Newsmax reports, he addressed Iranian citizens directly, implicitly encouraging internal revolt. Mills interprets this as a possible bid to provoke regime change, especially in light of the reported disillusionment of 80% of Iran’s population with its leadership.
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Intelligence at Work
Mossad, Israel’s intelligence agency, has reportedly operated a covert drone base to coordinate strikes on Iranian military targets. This kind of deep operational integration signals Israel’s preparedness for prolonged engagement and underscores the scope of its surveillance capabilities in hostile territory.
Why It Matters
If Iran launches strikes on American assets, the U.S. could be drawn directly into the Israel-Iran war. Such an escalation would have profound geopolitical ramifications. At the same time, Israeli appeals to Iranian civilians—and ongoing unrest within the country—raise the prospect of internal upheaval or even regime change. Whether Iran retaliates or fractures from within could define the trajectory of this war.
