Iran Warns U.S. of Strikes on American Universities in Middle East
The IRGC did not specify which universities could be targeted. The warning comes amid ongoing U.S. and Israeli air operations inside Iran, which Tehran says have struck two major universities. The claims could not be independently verified. In response, the American University of Beirut (AUB) said it would switch to online classes for at least two
days while security assessments continue. University officials said there were no confirmed threats to students or staff. Iran has repeatedly condemned U.S. and Israeli operations as unlawful attacks on civilian infrastructure, while Washington maintains its strikes are defensive measures against Iranian missile and drone attacks. U.S. officials had not immediately responded to the IRGC’s ultimatum. Analysts warned that targeting civilian linked institutions could escalate tensions and provoke international condemnation. Source: Arab News
