"Iran's Defense Council stated that the only way for 'non-belligerent' countries to pass through the Strait of Hormuz is through coordination with Iran, warning that any attack would trigger mine-laying across Gulf sea lanes."
"Trump warned on Truth Social, 'America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!' This ultimatum has sent global stocks tumbling and raised oil prices significantly."
"Iran's officials indicated that if the U.S. strikes Iranian power plants, they would retaliate against energy and water infrastructure across the Gulf, including in countries hosting U.S. military bases."
Iran warned it could strike energy infrastructure in the Gulf if the U.S. follows through on Trump's ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian Defense Council stated that any attack on its coasts would lead to mine-laying across Gulf sea lanes. Trump threatened to obliterate Iranian power plants, causing global market volatility and rising oil prices. The situation has led to fears of prolonged disruptions in global energy supplies, with Iran's threats halting traffic through the crucial waterway.
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