# Du Wenlong

Beefed-Up U.S. Strikes on Iranian Naval HQ Raise Prospect of Carrier Operations Near Iran’s Coast

Chinese military media reported U.S. strikes on Iran’s naval headquarters, with analyst Du Wenlong warning that U.S. aircraft carriers may move closer to Iran’s coast. The developments raise the prospect of intensified maritime brinkmanship in the Persian Gulf, increasing risks to shipping and regional stability.