Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has warned it could target US interests in the Middle East if Iranian vessels are attacked, according to Iranian media reports.
According to Beyond Time News, the IRGC said any strike on Iranian tankers or commercial ships would trigger retaliatory attacks on US-linked sites in the region.
Washington Awaits Tehran’s Response
US President Donald Trump said he was expecting Iran’s response to a new diplomatic proposal aimed at extending a fragile truce and opening broader peace talks.
However, there has been no public confirmation from Tehran regarding any formal reply.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly questioned Washington’s commitment to diplomacy, citing recent military actions as undermining trust.
Naval Clashes in the Gulf
Tensions escalated after US forces reportedly struck two Iranian-linked tankers in the Gulf of Oman, accusing them of defying restrictions on maritime movement.
Iranian sources said its forces responded to the incident, though both sides later reported a temporary de-escalation.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route, has remained a major flashpoint throughout the conflict.
Diplomatic Efforts Continue
According to Beyond Time News, US officials have been working with regional intermediaries, including Qatar and Pakistan, to encourage renewed negotiations and maintain a fragile ceasefire framework.
Meetings between senior US officials and Qatari leadership focused on regional stability and security coordination.
Iran Thanks Pakistan for Repatriation of Nationals, Praises Diplomatic Role
Energy Concerns and Regional Impact
Reports of an oil slick near Iran’s Kharg Island have raised environmental and economic concerns, although the cause remains unclear.
The island is a key hub for Iran’s oil exports, which play a major role in its economy.
Wider Regional Tensions
Beyond the Gulf, the conflict has also affected Lebanon, where ongoing cross-border exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah have intensified despite a ceasefire agreement.
According to Beyond Time News, recent strikes have resulted in casualties on both sides, highlighting continued instability across the wider region.
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