- Iran warns of a "decisive" response to any U.S. aggression following threats of fresh attacks on Iranian targets.
- Iran threatens to strike other nations' energy fields if the U.S. launches fresh attacks, indicating a broad regional response.
- Iran's senior leadership has warned against any attacks on its energy infrastructure, stating it will target oil and gas facilities across the Gulf in response.
- Ebrahim Rezaei, an Iranian lawmaker, stated that Iran's response to any potential enemy attack will not be limited to the Persian Gulf region.
Iran has escalated its rhetoric against the U.S., warning that any military action will provoke a decisive response targeting energy infrastructure across the Gulf.2
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized that attacks on Iranian energy facilities would lead to strikes on oil fields in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and gas fields in Qatar and Israel, stating, "all will be burned to ashes."
This warning follows U.S. President Trump's consideration of new strikes against Iran, which has raised concerns among regional allies, particularly Saudi Arabia. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed worries about potential escalation during a call with Trump, highlighting fears that U.S. actions could destabilize the region further.
Iranian lawmaker Ebrahim Rezaei echoed these sentiments, asserting that Iran's response would not be limited to the Persian Gulf, stating, "Our response to any potential enemy attack will not be limited to the Persian Gulf region."4
The situation remains tense as U.S. military readiness increases, with reports of additional aerial refueling aircraft being deployed to Israel. The risk of Iranian retaliation has already deterred shipping through the vital Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil supplies and prices.
As the conflict escalates, the potential for a broader regional confrontation looms, with Iran's threats underscoring the precarious balance of power in the Middle East.
“Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman spoke to Trump on Saturday, "expressed concern and asked for clarity" about U.S. plans, as Kuwait's army said it destroyed hostile Iranian drones targeting vital facilities. Trump said he believed negotiators Jared Kushner, Steve Witkoff and Marco Rubio could still reach a deal with Iran.”
