Tensions escalate as Iran vows to disrupt oil exports amid Trump’s prediction of a swift end to conflict
TEHRAN, Iran – Hours after former U.S. President Donald Trump indicated the conflict with Iran could conclude “pretty quickly,” Tehran launched a new wave of attacks targeting Gulf nations allied with the United States. The escalating hostilities come as Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared its intention to block oil exports for the duration of the war.
Trump’s comments, reported by the BBC, suggested the U.S. has not yet “won enough” to bring the conflict to a close. This assessment contrasts with the IRGC’s firm stance, communicated earlier today, that Tehran – not Washington – will determine the war’s endpoint.
The new attacks on Gulf nations represent a significant escalation in the rapidly widening conflict. The IRGC’s threat to disrupt oil exports carries substantial global economic implications, potentially impacting energy markets worldwide.
Iranian officials have also been focused on a succession plan following the death of the supreme leader, reportedly selecting his son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as his successor. Trump has signaled his disapproval of this choice, according to the BBC.
The situation remains fluid, with both sides signaling a willingness to continue fighting despite Trump’s prediction of a swift resolution. The international community is closely monitoring developments, particularly regarding the potential disruption of vital oil supplies.