In a stunning turn of events, the United States has carried out heavy strikes on key Iranian energy infrastructure despite President Trump publicly signaling a possible de-escalation. Multiple powerful explosions rocked oil refineries, gas processing plants, and power stations in southern and western Iran, causing mᴀssive fires and significant operational shutdowns.

The operation came shortly after Trump hinted he had “cancelled” planned attacks, leading many to believe a window for diplomacy had opened. However, U.S. forces proceeded with what Pentagon sources describe as “precision degradation” of Iran’s ability to sustain its war effort.

The IRGC has reacted with absolute fury. A senior commander, under the direct orders of Mojtaba Khamenei, issued a chilling threat: “America has chosen fire. Now the entire Gulf will burn. We will unleash hell on the Arab regimes that supported this aggression. Every refinery, every power plant, and every desalination facility from Saudi Arabia to the UAE is now a legitimate target. We still have not used our best and ᴅᴇᴀᴅliest missiles.”

This latest development has sent Gulf capitals into emergency mode. Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Kuwait have raised their alert levels to maximum, fearing a wave of Iranian retaliation aimed at punishing America’s Arab partners.

Retired U.S. General Jack Keane called the situation “extremely dangerous,” saying: “Iran is now openly threatening to expand the war to the entire Gulf. This could turn into a regional energy Armageddon.”

Global oil prices have exploded past $36,400 per barrel — shattering every record in history — as traders fear a total meltdown of Gulf energy production.

As fires rage across Iranian energy sites and Tehran promises hell on the Arab Gulf states, the world is witnessing a war that is rapidly spinning beyond control. With Trump’s mixed signals and Iran’s vow of total revenge, many are now asking the urgent question: Has America just lit the fuse that will set the entire Gulf ablaze?