Iran threatens to curb global trade if the US maintains the blockade of its ports in the Strait of Hormuz.
Strait of Hormuz is one of the most sensitive points in world trade. A key part of the global energy supply passes through it.
The restrictions imposed by Iran since the beginning of the conflict have already caused increases in the price of crude oil. A total disruption could have an even greater impact on international markets.
The possibility of a complete blockade raises concern among governments and energy companies around the world.
The Iranian regime issued a strong warning against the United States. He assured that it could prevent maritime trade on key routes if the blockade on its ports continues.
The threat points directly to the Strait of Hormuz, a road through which about 20% of the world's oil circulates. The escalation increases tension in a region central to the global economy.
General Ali Abdolahi, commander of the Jatam al Anbiya Headquarters, warned that the Iranian Armed Forces
will act if Washington maintains the maritime encirclement.According to its statements, Iran will not allow exports or imports in the Persian Gulf, the Gulf of Oman or the Red Sea. The warning marks a critical point in the conflict.
From Tehran, they consider that the blockade is an “illegal action”. They also maintain that it violates the ceasefire in force for two weeks
.
The United States Central Command confirmed that it has begun the blockade of Iranian ports. As reported, the measure succeeded in paralyzing the country's maritime trade
.The decision is part of the strategy of pressure against the Iranian regime in the context of the conflict that began at the end of February.
Days before, the Revolutionary Guard had already warned that it would respond to the presence of military ships in the area.
In parallel, President Donald Trump assured that the war is “close
to ending”.During an interview with Fox News, he stated that Iran is “desperately” seeking an agreement. He also defended the American military offensive
.Trump argued that Operation “Epic Fury” was necessary to curb Iranian nuclear development. As he explained, without that intervention, Tehran would have made progress in obtaining nuclear weapons
.The confrontation between the United States and Iran keeps the international community in suspense. The threat of disrupting strategic trade routes adds a new level of risk
.The outcome will depend on the evolution of the negotiations and on the ability of both powers to avoid further escalation.
Meanwhile, the world is closely following a crisis that could redefine the global energy balance.
