Iran's Revolutionary Guard Threatens to Close Strait of Hormuz Amid US Ultimatum
Summary
Iran's Revolutionary Guard warns of closing the Strait of Hormuz if US attacks its energy infrastructure, amidst rising fuel prices and escalating tensions with the US and Israel.
Key Points
- Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatens to close the Strait of Hormuz if the US attacks its energy centers or power plants.
- Iran warns of retaliatory attacks on Israel's power plants, energy centers, and IT sectors, plus companies allied with the US and power plants in countries hosting US military bases as targets.
- Iranian Foreign Minister clarifies the Strait of Hormuz is not closed but navigational fears exist due to insurance companies' concerns amid the 'War of Choice' initiated by US and Israel.
- Iran's President asserts the Strait of Hormuz remains open except to those violating Iranian territory and denounces US threats as strengthening national unity.
