Iran Releases List Of Gulf Bridges Following US-Israel Strike On Karaj B1 Structure

Iran has issued a warning of potential retaliatory strikes targeting key infrastructure across the Middle East, following what it describes as a major attack by the United States and Israel on one of its most significant construction projects. The threat comes amid sharply escalating tensions in the region after a strike partially destroyed a major bridge near the capital.

According to Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency, authorities have identified eight prominent bridges across Gulf nations and Jordan as possible targets in a “tit-for-tat” response. The list reportedly includes major crossings in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, and Jordan, many of which serve as vital transport and economic links. The warning signals a potential expansion of the conflict beyond Iran’s borders, raising concerns about regional stability and critical infrastructure security.

The escalation follows airstrikes on Thursday that hit the B1 bridge project in Karaj, a city located roughly 35 kilometres southwest of Tehran. The structure, which was still under construction, is considered one of the tallest bridges in the Middle East and was intended to improve connectivity between Tehran and western regions of Iran. Officials confirmed that the attack caused significant structural damage, with sections of the bridge collapsing.

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Local authorities reported that at least eight people were killed and 95 others injured in the strike. Visuals circulating on social media showed large portions of the bridge giving way after the impact. Iranian officials condemned the attack as a direct strike on civilian infrastructure, while also acknowledging the scale of destruction inflicted on the project.

The strike came shortly after remarks by US President Donald Trump, who warned of severe military consequences if Iran failed to negotiate an end to the ongoing conflict. In a public statement, Trump suggested further attacks could follow, framing the operation as part of a broader effort to pressure Tehran. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi responded by condemning the targeting of civilian structures, stating that such actions would not force Iran into submission and instead reflect the “moral collapse” of its adversaries.

The broader conflict, which began with a joint US-Israeli offensive on February 28, has already resulted in over 1,300 reported deaths. Iran has responded with drone and missile strikes targeting Israel and Gulf countries hosting US military assets. With both sides signaling continued escalation, analysts warn that threats against critical infrastructure in multiple countries could significantly widen the scope of the conflict and increase risks for civilians across the region.

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