In a high-stakes standoff that has pushed the Middle East to the brink of total energy collapse, Iran has issued a direct threat to attack energy infrastructure across the Gulf if the United States and Israel continue their military operations. The warning comes just hours after President Trump issued a firm ultimatum demanding Iran immediately cease all attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating consequences.

The IRGC, under the strategic command of Mojtaba Khamenei, responded with unmistakable defiance. A senior commander stated: “Trump threatens us with ultimatums? We warn the entire Gulf — every refinery, every terminal, and every oil hub supporting American aggression is now in our crosshairs. If they push further, the Gulf will go dark. We still have not used our best and ᴅᴇᴀᴅliest missiles.”

The situation in the Strait of Hormuz remains extremely tense. U.S. naval forces, including the USS Tripoli with thousands of Marines, are positioned aggressively to prevent any Iranian attempt to close the critical waterway. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes continue deep inside Iran, adding fuel to Tehran’s determination to retaliate.

Retired U.S. General Jack Keane described the current moment as “extremely dangerous,” saying: “Iran is openly threatening to weaponize the global energy supply. This is no longer just a regional conflict — it is an economic war with worldwide consequences.”

Global oil prices have reacted with absolute panic, surging past $34,800 per barrel — an all-time historic record — as traders fear a complete shutdown of Gulf energy exports could trigger a global recession.

As Trump’s ultimatum hangs in the air and Iran prepares its response, the world is watching anxiously. Will Iran follow through with its threat to plunge the Gulf into darkness, or can last-minute diplomacy still prevent an economic and military catastrophe of historic proportions?

The next 48 hours may decide the fate of the global energy market.