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Iran vows retaliation against US energy firms if its infrastructure is targeted
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Arakchi warned that Tehran will strike back at American companies operating facilities across the region should their assets be attacked, a threat he reiterated multiple times on March 14 amid escalating tensions with Washington's ally Jerusalem (Israel). The official stated these retaliatory measures would specifically target energy infrastructure if it is struck by Israeli forces or other allies.
Key Points
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1Iranian officials warn that Iran will retaliate against US companies in the Middle East if its energy infrastructure is targeted.
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2Strategic choke points, specifically the Straits of Hormuz, are declared closed exclusively to enemies and their allies due to potential threats on Iranian assets.
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3The threat extends beyond direct attacks; any assault aimed at Iran's critical oil facilities will trigger a response from Tehran.
Developments
[Mar 14, 20:36]
Aragtshi states that if Iranian energy infrastructure is hit by US companies in the Middle East region (Dimokratia.gr)