Iran has accused the United States of escalating tensions by striking Iranian tankers within the blockade zone, declaring that the threshold for a measured response has now passed. The move comes amid heightened regional tensions, with Tehran warning that further actions could provoke a stronger Iranian reaction. The statement signals a shift from previous restraint, raising concerns over potential retaliation in an already volatile area. Details on the strike’s impact or Iran’s specific plans remain unclear.
Tehran says time for proportionate retaliation is over after a US strike on Iranian tankers inside the blockade line.
