Iran warns civilians to avoid 'covert' US troop sites

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps on Friday called on residents to avoid buildings allegedly serving as covert accommodation for American military personnel. The elite force said US officers had evacuated bases and "had left their bases and moved into buildings in urban areas to direct military operations."

The organization said civilians should "immediately remain at least 500 meters away" from such locations, warning that structures housing American troops could face retaliation. The directive applies to residents of nations hosting US forces, reflecting Tehran's assessment that Washington has moved command infrastructure into urban centers.

Infrastructure Targeting Alleged

The IRGC said American forces had targeted civilian infrastructure throughout Iran, listing bridges, fishing docks, boats, vehicles and railways among damaged assets. These allegations suggest a broadening of the conflict beyond military sites.

The statement marks a rare direct appeal by the Revolutionary Guards to regional civilians. US Central Command had not responded to the allegations at the time of publication.