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Iran Warns of Regional Retaliation if US, Israel Strike Fuel Facilities Again

Iran has warned Muslim states in the region to prevent further US and Israeli attacks on its fuel facilities, threatening to respond in kind. The warning follows reported strikes on fuel storage sites in Tehran and Alborz province, causing supply disruptions. Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps claims it already retaliated by attacking a refinery in Israel's Haifa. The escalating tit-for-tat strikes raise fears of a broader regional conflict and potential oil price shocks.

Key Points: Iran Threatens Retaliation for US-Israel Strikes on Fuel Facilities

  • Iran warns of regional retaliation
  • Strikes hit Tehran, Alborz fuel depots
  • IRGC claims attack on Haifa refinery
  • Oil price spike warning to US, Israel
  • Conflict risks major escalation
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Iran threatens regional retaliation if fuel facilities attacked again

Iran warns of regional retaliation and $200+ oil if US and Israel continue attacking its fuel and energy infrastructure, following new strikes.

"Otherwise, similar actions will be taken in the region. If you can tolerate oil prices above $200 per barrel, keep playing this game. - Ebrahim Zolfaghari"

Tehran, March 9

Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters urged Muslim states in the region to prevent US and Israeli attacks on Iranian fuel and energy facilities, warning that Tehran would respond with similar actions if strikes continue.

Spokesman Ebrahim Zolfaghari made the remarks after several fuel storage facilities in Tehran and neighboring Alborz province were hit in US and Israeli strikes on Saturday night, causing temporary fuel supply disruptions and raising health and environmental concerns, Xinhua news agency reported quoting Iranian Students' News Agency.

Zolfaghari accused the United States and Israel of "brutally" attacking Iran's energy infrastructure and public service centers, in addition to killing civilians. He said Muslim states in the region should warn Washington and Jerusalem against taking such "cowardly and inhumane actions" to prevent the spread of conflict.

"Otherwise, similar actions will be taken in the region. If you can tolerate oil prices above $200 per barrel, keep playing this game," Zolfaghari added.

The warning comes after February 28 joint strikes by Israel and the United States on Tehran and several other Iranian cities, which killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, some of his family members, senior military commanders, and civilians. Iran responded with multiple waves of missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and US bases in the Middle East.

Meanwhile, earlier on Saturday Iran's Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said it attacked a refinery in Israel's Haifa in retaliation for a US-Israeli strike on its own energy infrastructure.

In a statement published on its official news outlet Sepah News, the IRGC said the Haifa refinery was hit by Kheibarshekan missiles in response to the attack.

Meanwhile, the National Iranian Oil Refining and Distribution Company said energy infrastructure in the country came under the US-Israeli attacks Saturday night.

A number of oil depots in the provinces of Tehran and Alborz were hit by missiles and caught fire, the company said, adding that firefighting teams are containing the fire.

Tehran came under a new wave of heavy attacks Saturday night, with huge explosions heard in different parts of the Iranian capital.

- IANS

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Priya S
The cycle of attack and retaliation is terrifying. So many civilians are getting caught in the middle. As an Indian, I hope our foreign policy can advocate for peace. We have good relations with many Gulf nations and should use that influence. 🙏
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Arjun K
Iran's warning about oil prices is a direct threat to economies like ours. We import so much oil. The government must fast-track our renewable energy plans and strategic reserves. Can't be held hostage by volatility in the Middle East.
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Sarah B
While the situation is complex, targeting energy infrastructure that affects civilians is unacceptable from any side. The environmental damage from burning fuel depots is a disaster for local people. Hope cooler heads prevail.
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Vikram M
Honestly, the US and Israel pushing Iran into a corner like this is reckless. Iran will retaliate, and the whole region suffers. Remember, we have millions of Indians working in the Gulf. Their safety is also a major concern for us.
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Karthik V
Iran's call for Muslim states to get involved is interesting. But Gulf countries like UAE and Saudi have their own complex relations with Iran and the West. I doubt there will be a unified regional response. India must navigate this carefully.
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Nikhil C
With respect,

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