Iran threatens to hit Gulf states if US launches new strikes

According to the Saudi Gazette, Iran has issued a stern warning to Washington’s regional allies, stating that any new United States strikes on Iranian territory would result in retaliatory actions against critical energy infrastructure across the Gulf. This diplomatic message follows a reported threat made by President Donald Trump on July 28, in which he indicated that the U.S. might target Iran’s energy network if a resolution regarding the war and the security of the Strait of Hormuz is not reached.

In response to these developments, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reportedly engaged in a series of high-level diplomatic contacts. Sources indicate that Araghchi reached out to counterparts in Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Qatar, as well as the Pakistani army chief, urging them to counsel the U.S. administration against further military escalation. The Iranian position, as described by regional observers, is that the cost of any U.S. military action would be significantly raised by targeting energy facilities throughout the region.

This development highlights the deepening volatility surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime chokepoint for global energy supplies. While the U.S. has maintained a posture of pressure, Tehran’s explicit threat to expand the scope of conflict to include regional energy assets underscores the potential for a wider regional crisis. As of now, international observers remain focused on whether these diplomatic backchannels will succeed in de-escalating the rhetoric between Washington and Tehran.