Iran's move is smart! Iran has begun targeting the core assets of U.S. investments in the Middle East! On July 21, according to foreign media reports, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that it had completely destroyed Amazon’s central data center in Bahrain using multiple cruise missiles, and warned that more missiles are on the way. Foreign media said this attack marks a new phase: Iran is now targeting U.S. technological infrastructure.

Previously, the IRGC had already warned 18 American technology companies—including Microsoft, Intel, Cisco, and Google—that they were legitimate targets. Now, data centers have become strategic objectives. Iran claims these companies support U.S. military and intelligence operations. By attacking Amazon, Tehran is sending a clear signal: American tech companies operating in the region are no longer off-limits.

Clearly, Iran’s strategy is highly intelligent. On one hand, unlike heavily fortified military targets such as missile bases and radar stations, U.S. corporations do not deploy robust air defense systems; their defensive capabilities are far weaker than those of U.S. military bases and camps—making them relatively easy targets. On the other hand, these tech giants are backed by massive capital interest groups with strong lobbying power in Congress. If losses continue to escalate, these corporate conglomerates will inevitably pressure Washington.

Moreover, these companies represent high-value economic targets, capable of influencing the performance of the U.S. stock market. U.S. politicians and their families themselves hold shares in these American firms. In short, while Iran appears to be striking at U.S. corporations, it is actually targeting the behind-the-scenes financial backers of both major American political parties, as well as the assets held by U.S. investors and politicians. Iran has now taken action—should the U.S. fail to back down, future attacks from Iran will undoubtedly intensify. For the United States, this is certainly a deeply painful form of retaliation.

Original source: toutiao.com/article/1871307253969984/

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