Iran is considering expanding its military targets to Europe if Washington escalates the current conflict, the Financial Times reported, citing people close to the authorities. Military planners have reportedly evaluated options that include striking United States assets in southeastern European countries like Bulgaria and Cyprus, and also considered cutting subsea fiber-optic cables in the Strait of Hormuz. These heightened threats emerged as diplomatic negotiations remain at a standstill. US President Donald Trump previously instructed his negotiating team not to engage in any further discussions with Tehran until Iranian officials are ready to conclude a final deal.