Iran Warns of 'Long and Painful Strikes' if U.S. Renews Attacks

Tehran has issued a stark warning to Washington, vowing a severe response should the United States pursue further military action. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman stated that any renewed attacks would be met with 'long and painful strikes' on U.S. regional positions, a clear message aimed at deterring further escalation and complicating U.S. efforts to form a coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

The strategic waterway, crucial for global energy supplies, remains closed, contributing to soaring oil prices and heightened fears of an economic downturn. The ongoing conflict, now in its second month, has reached an impasse. While a ceasefire has been in place since April 8, Iran continues to blockade the strait as a countermeasure to the U.S. naval blockade on its oil exports, a vital economic lifeline for the nation.

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We’ve seen what happened to your regional bases, we will see the same thing happen to your warships.

Reports indicate that U.S. President Donald Trump was scheduled to receive a briefing on plans for fresh military strikes. This news initially spurred significant gains in oil prices, highlighting the global sensitivity to developments in the region. However, Iranian officials have expressed skepticism about the prospects of a swift resolution, suggesting that expecting quick results from U.S. talks is unrealistic, regardless of the mediator.

Adding to the regional tensions, the United Arab Emirates has advised its citizens to leave Iran, Lebanon, and Iraq immediately, citing regional developments. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards have reiterated their threat, warning that any new U.S. attack, even a limited one, would trigger a strong retaliatory response, including targeting U.S. warships.

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Expecting to reach a result in a short time, regardless of who the mediator is, in my opinion, is not very realistic.