U.S. Military Officials Say Iran Is Stashing Missiles In Iraq

The transcript discusses Iran's strategic movement of missiles to Iraq using Shia militia networks, raising concerns among US intelligence about potential threats to US forces. However, officials believe Iran's actions are more likely aimed at regional adversaries like Saudi Arabia, rather than preparing for a direct military clash with the US. The US has increased its military presence in the region in response. Additionally, a US Navy destroyer intercepted a shipment of missile components believed to be headed from Iran to Huthi rebels in Yemen, highlighting ongoing regional tensions and the complex geopolitical landscape.

What is the primary concern of American intelligence agencies regarding the movement of Iranian missiles into Iraq?

• A strategic maneuver against Israel

• An attack on Saudi Arabia

• Use against U.S. forces by Iranian-backed militias

• A direct military clash with the U.S.

What is the likely reason for Iran's strategic maneuvers in the region?

• To support the Houthi rebels in Yemen

• To launch an offensive against Iraq

• To prepare for a military clash with the U.S.

• To deter attacks on its facilities by the U.S. or Israel

What action did Israel take last year in response to suspected Iranian activities in Iraq?

• Increased its military presence in the region

• Launched a diplomatic protest

• Conducted an airstrike on a suspected weapons site

• Imposed economic sanctions on Iran

How did the U.S. respond to the Iranian moves in the region?

• By sending additional troops and intercepting a ship with missile components

• By launching airstrikes on Iranian facilities

• By withdrawing troops from the region

• By imposing new economic sanctions on Iran

Who claimed responsibility for the drone attacks on a Saudi oil processing plant?

• U.S. intelligence agencies

• Houthi rebels

• Saudi-backed forces

• Iranian government