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Iran Warns of Retaliation Against Gulf Energy Facilities Amid US Ultimatum on Strait of Hormuz
Iran stated it would target energy facilities in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates if its infrastructure is attacked, following a US ultimatum to open the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iranian bridges and power plants if the blockade persists.
Apr 7, 5:48 PM·1m read1 source
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Security Measures Gulf states have heightened alerts in response to the escalating tensions.
Iran issued a warning on Tuesday that it would add energy facilities in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates to its list of potential targets if its infrastructure faces attacks. The statement came from a military source cited by the Tasnim news agency. This follows a US ultimatum requiring Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz, or face escalated military action.
Iran's First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref stated that the government has prepared for all scenarios regarding national security and infrastructure.
Aref noted that precise calculations have been made and necessary measures finalized. He added that no threat exceeds Iran's preparedness and intelligence capabilities.
“National security and infrastructure sustainability are the subject of our precise calculations. The government has finalised the necessary measures in detail for all scenarios. No threat is beyond our preparedness and intelligence.”
