Iran Threatens to Close Strait of Hormuz Amid U.S. Ultimatum
Iran has warned of closing the Strait of Hormuz if the U.S. proceeds with threats to attack its power infrastructure, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Tensions in the Middle East have intensified as Iran threatened to completely close the Strait of Hormuz, a vital passage for global oil shipments, in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's ultimatum. Trump demanded that Iran reopen the strait within 48 hours or face U.S. military action targeting Iranian power plants.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warned that any U.S. attack on Iran's infrastructure would prompt retaliatory strikes on regional energy and desalination facilities. The Strait of Hormuz is crucial for the transit of approximately 20% of the world's oil supply, and its closure could have significant implications for global energy markets.
The conflict, now in its fourth week, has resulted in over 2,000 fatalities and has severely impacted the global economy, causing oil prices to surge. The international community remains concerned about the escalating situation and its potential repercussions on regional stability and global energy supplies.
