In a stark warning to Iran, US President Joe Biden has cautioned high-ranking Iranian officials that attempting to close the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz would have catastrophic consequences for their country. The Strait, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, is a critical waterway for global oil exports, with over 20% of the world's seaborne oil passing through it. The president's remarks come as tensions between the US and Iran continue to escalate, with the two nations at odds over a range of issues including nuclear proliferation and regional security. As the situation remains volatile, Biden's words are seen as a clear message to Iran's leaders that any move to disrupt the Strait's flow would be met with swift and severe consequences.
The president said the officials "would not have a country" if they closed the Strait of Hormuz
