Tehran (Horn post) Iran has warned it could fully shut down the strategic Strait of Hormuz if its energy infrastructure comes under attack, escalating tensions with the United States.
A spokesperson for Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters issued the warning, saying any strike on Iran’s power and energy facilities would trigger immediate retaliation, including the closure of the vital maritime chokepoint.
“If the United States carries out threats against our energy infrastructure, the Strait of Hormuz will be completely closed and will not reopen until reconstruction is complete,” the spokesperson said in a statement.
The remarks come in response to recent comments by Donald Trump, who warned that Washington could target Iran’s energy sector if shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is disrupted.
The Iranian military statement further emphasized that forces are prepared for what it described as a “major campaign” aimed at targeting U.S. economic interests across West Asia, signaling the potential for a broader regional confrontation.
Despite the threat, the spokesperson said the strait is not entirely closed, noting that restrictions currently apply only to what Iran described as “hostile actors,” and that movements in the waterway remain under close surveillance by Iranian intelligence.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes, with a significant portion of global energy supplies passing through it daily. Any disruption could have major implications for international markets and regional stability.
Analysts warn that the escalating rhetoric between Tehran and Washington increases the risk of miscalculation, potentially drawing in other regional actors and further destabilizing an already volatile geopolitical landscape.
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Horn post staff
