President Donald Trump has likely decided to attack Iran, and the strike "could come in the next 24 hours," officials indicated on Wednesday.
According to Reuters, a U.S. decision to withdraw some personnel from bases in the Middle East was widely seen as preparation for strikes.
Trump has suggested he would attack Iran if the country's regime continues to kill protesters. Over 2,000 protesters had been killed in the anti-government demonstrations, one Iranian official said.
"Two European officials said U.S. military intervention appeared likely, with one saying it could come in the next 24 hours," the report noted. "An Israeli official also said it appeared Trump had taken a decision to intervene, though the scope and timing had yet to be made clear."
Iran has vowed to retaliate against any U.S. strikes.