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Iran Threatens Regional Energy Attacks and Strait Closure in Response to Potential US Strikes on Power Plants
Iran has warned that any US attack on its power plants would prompt retaliation against energy infrastructure across the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, leading to widespread darkness. Iranian officials also stated they would close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait if the regional situation escalates. These threats were conveyed to Reuters by senior sources.
Apr 7, 10:46 AM·2m read3 sources
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Iran has issued threats of retaliatory actions against regional energy infrastructure in response to potential US military strikes on its power plants. A senior Iranian source stated that such an attack would result in the entire region and Saudi Arabia falling into complete darkness.
The warnings also include the possibility of closing the Bab al-Mandeb Strait if the situation deteriorates further.
These statements were reported by Reuters and attributed to Iranian officials, including elements of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). No immediate response from the US or Saudi Arabia has been noted in the available reports. The threats highlight escalating tensions in the Middle East amid ongoing regional conflicts.
The core warning centers on attacks targeting power plants and other energy facilities.
Iran specified that retaliation would extend to infrastructure throughout the Middle East. Kobeissi Letter reported that Iran officially threatened to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, under conditions of uncontrolled escalation. Sentdefender cited the senior Iranian source emphasizing attacks on energy infrastructure as a direct response.
Unusual Whales noted the specific mention of Saudi Arabia in the darkness threat. These details align across reports but originate from the same Reuters sourcing. The IRGC was referenced in connection with the threats, though specifics on their role remain limited.
No timelines for potential actions were provided in the statements.
The Bab al-Mandeb Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and handles about 4-5% of global oil trade.
