Tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel have escalated following a strong warning from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which declared that Iran would determine when the ongoing conflict ends.
A spokesperson for the IRGC made the statement while reacting to comments by U.S. President Donald Trump, who had earlier suggested that the war could end soon. Trump reportedly told lawmakers that if the conflict resumes or escalates further, Iran would face more severe consequences than before. He also warned that any attempt to halt oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz would trigger a stronger response from the United States.
In response, the IRGC spokesperson insisted that Iran would not allow pressure from foreign powers to dictate the outcome of the conflict. The official warned that if attacks from the United States and Israel continue, Iran would prevent oil exports from leaving the region.
According to the spokesperson, Iran would decide the timeline for ending the war and would continue defending itself against what it described as external aggression. The statement also suggested that previous negotiations between Tehran and Washington had broken down, making further talks unlikely for now.
The rising tension has already had a noticeable impact on global oil markets. Oil prices surged to about $120 per barrel when the conflict initially began but later dropped to around $90 following Trump’s remarks about the possibility of the war ending soon. The decline marked the first significant fall in oil prices since hostilities intensified in the Middle East.
The Strait of Hormuz, through which a large portion of the world’s oil supply passes, remains a critical point of concern. Any disruption to shipping in the narrow waterway could have serious consequences for global energy supplies and economic stability.
Meanwhile, international leaders have expressed concern about the escalating rhetoric. The Chancellor of Germany reportedly warned that there is currently no clear plan for bringing the conflict to a swift conclusion, raising fears that prolonged fighting could further threaten global security and energy markets.
With both sides maintaining firm positions, the possibility of further escalation remains a major concern for the international community…..See More
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