Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Issues Stark Warning to US and Allies Over Oil and Gas Supplies
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran has responded to former President Donald Trump's latest threats with a horrifying vow to cut off oil and gas supplies to the United States and its allies for years to come. In a Telegram post, the IRGC declared that "our restraint has ended," signaling a dramatic escalation in the ongoing conflict.
Trump's Ultimatum and Iranian Retaliation
Donald Trump had previously promised to "rain hell" on Iran if a ceasefire agreement was not reached, specifically threatening to decimate every Iranian bridge and leave all power plants burning. He set a deadline of 8pm ET (1am BST on Wednesday) for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's busiest shipping routes, which Iran has rejected.
In response, the IRGC issued a chilling message, stating, "We will use the infrastructure of the US and its partners to deprive the US and its allies of oil and gas in the region for years." The post added that America's regional partners should know that Iran's previous restraint, exercised for good neighborliness, has now been removed, with all considerations for choosing retaliation targets eliminated.
Reported Strikes on Kharg Island
Meanwhile, US and Israeli forces have reportedly carried out strikes on Iran's Kharg Island, which serves as the country's primary oil export terminal, handling the vast majority of its crude shipments. Social media reports indicate that residents in Bushehr and Bandar Ganaveh heard a significant explosion from the Persian Gulf direction around 12.30pm, with the sound clearly felt in coastal areas.
More details about the precise location of the target and the extent of the damage have not yet been released, but the attack underscores the intensifying military actions in the region.
Internal US Military Tensions
In a related development, retired US Army Lt Gen Mark Hertling has claimed that military commanders are preparing to disobey President Donald Trump's orders regarding the war in Iran. This bombshell announcement highlights potential internal defiance within the US armed forces as the conflict escalates.
The IRGC's threat to target infrastructure to create long-term oil and gas shortages adds a new dimension to the crisis, potentially impacting global energy markets and geopolitical stability. With Trump's deadline looming and Iran's warning of ended restraint, the situation remains highly volatile, with further developments expected in the coming hours.
