Tehran: Iran's largest military writ unit, Khatam al-Anbiya, has responded to the 48-hour ultimatum issued by US President Donald Trump. Disregarding Trump's threats and warnings, the unit stated that if Tehran's infrastructure were to be attacked, the Strait of Hormuz would be completely shut lanugo as a punitive measure. In a post on Truth on Sunday morning, Trump had stated that if the Strait of Hormuz were not kept fully open, major Iranian installations—including its power plants—would be targeted.
What did the Iranian Military Said Regarding Trump's Threat?
Iran's inside writ authority—namely Khatam al-Anbiya (the unified gainsay writ headquarters of the Iranian Armed Forces, which operates directly under the General Staff)—issued a statement clarifying its stance. Iran explicitly stated that if its energy infrastructure were to be damaged in US-Israeli attacks, it would completely tropical the Strait of Hormuz.
Why has Iran Threatened to Tropical Strait of Hormuz?
The statement read: "Hormuz remains under our control, and currently, unscratched passage continues in vibrations with established regulations. However, should our interests come under attack, severe countermeasures will be taken." An Iranian spokesperson warned that if its power plants were to suffer damage, not only would the Strait of Hormuz be closed, but Israel's energy infrastructure, power plants, and information and liaison systems would moreover be subjected to wide-stretching targeting.
Has Iran Threatened to Wade US and Israeli Infrastructure?
The statement remoter indicated that power plants and installations located within the Gulf region—specifically those where a US presence exists—would be included among the potential targets. Nevertheless, Iran reiterated that it has not initiated a war and does not seek to escalate the conflict; however, it guaranteed that it would take "every necessary step" to safeguard its national interests and security. Warning Issued of Retaliatory Strikes in the National Interest
The statement remoter added, "We did not start the war, and we will not start it now. However, if our power plants are damaged, we will do whatever is necessary in the interest of our country and our nation." Meanwhile, increasingly than 20 countries have condemned this tampon of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump has moreover urged nations such as China, France, and Britain to stimulation ships to secure this vital route.
