Iran has issued a stern warning to Gulf states, indicating that any new military action by the United States on its territory would provoke retaliatory strikes against critical energy infrastructure throughout the Gulf region. This warning was conveyed by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who held discussions with senior officials from countries including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey, and Pakistan. During these meetings, Iran urged its regional allies to advocate for Washington to refrain from further military actions, emphasizing that any attack on Iran would lead to a targeted response on both U.S. assets and vital energy facilities in the area.
The backdrop to Iran’s warning is the recent threat by U.S. President Donald Trump, who suggested targeting Iran’s energy infrastructure. In response, Iran has stated a preference for diplomatic solutions but underscored its readiness to retaliate if attacked. The situation has prompted Saudi Arabia to appeal to the U.S. to prioritize negotiations over military escalation while also affirming its commitment to defending itself against any aggression.
The specific threats from Iran reportedly include potential strikes on oil facilities, refineries, power grids, water supply systems, transport networks, and oil fields, should there be another U.S. military strike. This highlights the serious concerns about how renewed hostilities could disrupt the Gulf’s energy supplies, posing risks to regional stability and the global energy market.
Regional leaders are actively advocating for diplomatic measures to prevent a broader conflict that could have severe implications for international energy security. The focus remains on finding peaceful resolutions to avoid an escalation that could threaten the already fragile balance in the Gulf and beyond.