“Not a single drop of oil”: Iran issues stark warning to US over infrastructure threats

Iran has issued a stark warning to the United States, vowing to retaliate against any strikes on its infrastructure by targeting oil, gas, and economic facilities throughout the region. The statement from the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters signals a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between the two nations.

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The Strait of Hormuz remains closed, and if any vessel is permitted passage, it will proceed solely along the designated route and under the previously announced protocols.

The warning follows renewed threats from US President Donald Trump, who declared that any Iranian aggression, including missile or drone attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, would be met with US strikes on Iranian infrastructure, potentially including targets near the capital, Tehran. Iran's response indicates a readiness to engage militarily if provoked.

The headquarters' leadership emphasized Iran's firm control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil trade. They stated that any vessel permitted passage must adhere strictly to designated routes and previously announced protocols. This assertion highlights Iran's strategic leverage in the region and its determination to control maritime traffic.

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if Iran fires a missile, shell, drone, or any other weapon at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz at any time, the United States will bomb and destroy a bridge or power station, including those located in or near the capital, Tehran.

Furthermore, Iran warned that the repeated threats from the US and its military could broaden the scope of the conflict, potentially extending beyond the region. This suggests a willingness to engage in asymmetric warfare and to draw in other regional actors if a direct confrontation occurs. The statement underscores the volatile nature of the current geopolitical climate and the potential for widespread instability.

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if the United States carries out its threats, the Iranian Armed Forces will not allow “even a single drop of oil to be exported,” warning that oil, gas, electricity, and economic infrastructure throughout the region will become targets for attacks.