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Iran Warns of Retaliation on US Allies' Power Plants if Attacked

Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters has issued a stark warning that it will consider power facilities in countries hosting US military bases as legitimate targets if the United States attacks Iran's power infrastructure. The statement is a direct response to US President Donald Trump's ultimatum threatening to "hit and obliterate" Iran's power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not fully reopened. Iran outlined punitive measures including the full closure of the vital Strait of Hormuz and large-scale strikes on Israel's critical infrastructure. The exchange marks a sharp escalation in tensions centered on the strategic global energy route.

Key Points: Iran Threatens Retaliation if US Hits Its Power Facilities

  • Iran warns of retaliatory strikes on host nations' power plants
  • Threat includes full closure of Strait of Hormuz
  • Large-scale strikes on Israel's infrastructure planned
  • US President issued 48-hour ultimatum over waterway
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Iranian forces warn of broader retaliation if US targets its power facilities

Iran's military warns it will target power plants in countries hosting US bases if the US attacks Iranian infrastructure, escalating Strait of Hormuz tensions.

"If Iran doesn't FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS... the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS - Donald Trump"

Tehran, March 23

Iran's primary military command, Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, issued a statement warning that power plants in countries hosting US bases would be considered legitimate targets if the United States attacks Iran's power facilities.

The statement came in response to remarks by US President Donald Trump threatening to target Iran's power infrastructure, Xinhua news agency reported quoting Iranian state media Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting.

The Strait of Hormuz has not been fully closed and remains under Iran's "smart control," with non-harmful transit continuing under specific regulations to ensure national security and interests, the statement said.

If US threats are carried out, Iran would immediately adopt several punitive measures, including the full closure of the Strait of Hormuz until damaged Iranian facilities are rebuilt, it said.

Other measures would include large-scale strikes on Israel's power, energy and communications infrastructure, attacks on regional companies with US capital ties, and targeting power facilities in countries hosting US military bases.

The statement stressed that Iran would take "all necessary measures" to defend its national interests and would continue operations against US and allied economic and energy infrastructure in the region.

Earlier US President Donald Trump threatened to "hit and obliterate" Iran's power plants within 48 hours if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, even as he said Washington was close to meeting its military objectives in the conflict.

In a series of posts, Trump issued a direct ultimatum over the strategic waterway, saying: "If Iran doesn't FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS... the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!"

The warning marks a sharp escalation centred on the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy route, even as Trump signalled that US military operations could soon wind down.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While Iran's threats are concerning, the US ultimatum to "obliterate" power plants within 48 hours is reckless and violates international norms. Targeting civilian infrastructure like power grids is a war crime. The world needs cooler heads to prevail, not Twitter diplomacy.
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Arjun K
Iran is playing with fire. They know the strategic importance of the strait and are using it as a bargaining chip. But threatening to attack power plants in countries hosting US bases? That directly puts our Gulf partners and thousands of Indian expats there at risk. This needs to stop.
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Priya S
Feeling very anxious. My brother works in Dubai. If they start targeting facilities in the UAE or Saudi, it could get very bad for Indian workers. Our MEA should have contingency plans ready. Hope sense prevails.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, I think the article could provide more context on *why* the Strait was partially closed by Iran in the first place. The US sanctions have crippled their economy. This is a reaction to immense pressure. Not justifying, but understanding the root cause is important.
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Karthik V
Another conflict we don't need. Just when global economy is recovering. India has good relations with both Iran and the US. We should offer to mediate. At least try to be a voice of reason. Jai Hind.

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