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Iran: IRGC Accuses US of Shifting to 'Disruption' Energy Policy, Claims Tehran Leads Coalition Against It
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Iran: IRGC Accuses US of Shifting to 'Disruption' Energy Policy, Claims Tehran Leads Coalition Against It

From Times of Oman · (6m ago) English Critical tone

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The IRGC claims the Trump administration shifted US energy policy from 'managing world's energy' to 'disruption,' with Iran now leading a coalition against this.
  • According to the IRGC, the US disruption project aimed to contain China, Russia, and Europe, but has reportedly failed, with Tehran becoming a focal point against it.
  • Reports suggest the US is considering an extended blockade of Iran's oil exports to compel nuclear concessions, a high-risk strategy potentially influenced by upcoming midterm elections.

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has issued a strong statement accusing the Trump administration of fundamentally altering global energy dynamics, moving from a strategy of 'managing the world's energy' to one of 'disruption.' This shift, according to the IRGC's assessment, has inadvertently positioned Iran as the central player in a 'coalition against disruption.'

The IRGC further alleges that this 'disruption project' was a deliberate US ploy to exert pressure on China, Russia, and Europe. However, the Corps asserts that this strategy has proven ineffective, with the White House now reportedly recognizing its failure and Tehran emerging as a key counter-force. This narrative frames Iran not as a target of sanctions, but as a leader resisting perceived US overreach.

Adding to the geopolitical tension, reports from outlets like Axios and The Wall Street Journal indicate that US military leadership is contemplating new operations targeting Iran, including the potential for an extended blockade of its oil exports. This move is reportedly aimed at forcing Iran to capitulate on its nuclear program. The article suggests that President Trump may be influenced by dwindling support and upcoming midterm elections, making this a high-stakes gamble.

From Iran's perspective, as articulated by the IRGC, these actions are seen as aggressive attempts to cripple its economy and undermine its regional influence. The narrative presented is one of resilience and defiance, portraying Iran as a steadfast opponent of US unilateralism and a champion for nations resisting external pressure. The focus is on Iran's strategic positioning and its ability to rally international opposition to perceived American economic warfare.

The Trump administration shifted from the strategy of "managing the world's energy" to "disruption," and a maritime blockade began as part of the grand disruption project to contain China, Russia, and Europe; but after 20 days, this assessment is deepening in the White House that the project has failed and Tehran has become the center of the 'coalition against disruption'.

โ€” IRGCStated in an X post, outlining the IRGC's view on the US energy strategy and Iran's counter-position.
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Originally published by Times of Oman in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.