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Iran Leader's India Rep Mocks Trump's Strait Threat: "Can't Do Anything"

Iran's Supreme Leader's representative in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, has dismissed US President Donald Trump's threat against Tehran over the Strait of Hormuz as an empty statement. Ilahi asserted that Iran's strong constitutional government has withstood such US pressure for decades without effect. Trump's social media post issued a harsh ultimatum, threatening to target Iran's infrastructure if the strategic strait is not reopened. The Iranian representative also countered Trump's claim of a US victory, pointing to the ongoing conflict.

Key Points: Iran Slams Trump's Strait of Hormuz Threat as Empty

  • Iran dismisses US threat as not new
  • Rep cites Iran's strong constitutional strength
  • Trump gave harsh ultimatum on Truth Social
  • Conflict in West Asia continues to escalate
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Iran Supreme Leader's representative in India slams Trump's threat to Tehran, says "can't do anything else"

Iran's Supreme Leader's representative in India dismisses Trump's threat to Tehran over the Strait of Hormuz, calling it an empty statement Iran has long withstood.

"They couldn't do anything to us for 47 years. They can't do anything else. - Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi"

Patna, April 5

The representative of Iran's Supreme Leader in India, Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, on Sunday slammed the recent remark made by US President Donald Trump, threatening Tehran to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz or face severe consequences, asserting that such statements are not new and hold little impact on the Islamic Reoublic.

Speaking to ANI, Ilahi said that the United States has repeatedly issued similar threats over the years but has failed to act decisively against Iran.

He further emphasised Iran's institutional strength, stating that the country operates under a strong constitutional framework and governance system that has withstood external pressure for decades.

"It is not anything new. For a long time, they have been issuing such statements, and Iran is a constitutional government. It has all these roles and the constitution and is very strong. They couldn't do anything to us for 47 years. They can't do anything else," he said.

His remark came after Trump, earlier today, issued a strong warning to Iran, urging the Islamic Republic to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as the conflict in West Asia escalates, while threatening severe consequences if it fails to do so.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump used unusually harsh language to convey his message, reminding Tehran of his deadline to 'make a deal' or to 'open the Strait', noting that Tuesday will be the day when Washington will wrap up all of Iran's energy and civil infrastructure.

"Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F****n' Strait, you crazy bastards, or you'll be living in Hell - JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah," he stated in his post.

Meanwhile, responding to Trump's claim that the US had 'won the war' against Iran, Ilahi dismissed the assertion, suggesting that developments on the ground tell a different story.

"We can answer this in battle and on the streets. They wanted to do something within three days, but now it has been more than a month," the representative added.

- ANI

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Priya S
The Iranian representative has a point. The US has been making these threats for decades. But as an Indian, my main worry is the impact on oil prices. If the Strait is blocked, our economy will feel the pinch immediately. 🇮🇳
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Rohit P
Honestly, both sides need to tone it down. This macho talk helps no one. India has good relations with both Iran and the US. Our diplomacy should focus on urging dialogue. A conflict there would be a disaster for the whole world, including us.
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Sarah B
While I understand the Iranian perspective, I respectfully disagree with the notion that the US "can't do anything." Their sanctions have had a severe impact. India's challenge is to navigate this carefully to protect Chabahar and our energy imports.
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Vikram M
This is why we need to speed up our renewable energy transition. We are too dependent on oil from that region. Geopolitical fights between other countries shouldn't have the power to destabilize our growth story. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
The representative's confidence comes from having survived pressure for so long. But Trump is unpredictable. India must have contingency plans. Our foreign ministry has a tough job balancing relations with Washington and Tehran.

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