Tension in West Asia has now reached a dangerous point, where the war of words between America and Iran has turned into open threats. When US President Donald Trump gave a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz, in response Tehran also made it clear that if there is any attack now, the whole world will have to pay the price for it.
Instead of being limited to just two countries, this conflict has also shaken the global energy supply, oil prices and security balance. Amidst the increasing tension on the Strait of Hormuz, missile attacks, action on fighter planes and tall claims have made the situation more explosive.
What has happened till now?
Donald Trump clearly said on ‘Truth Social’ that ‘If Iran does not completely open the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours without any threat, then the United States will attack its various power plants and completely destroy them.’ That means, if Hormuz is not completely opened within 48 hours, America will destroy Iran’s power plants.
How did Iran respond to this threat?
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian bluntly said that ‘threats and terror do not weaken our resolve, but strengthen it further.’ He also made it clear that Hormuz is open to everyone, but not to enemies.
Is the State of Hormuz completely closed?
Iran clearly said that this route is open only to others except ‘enemy countries’. Iran’s representative in the International Maritime Organization said that the ships which follow the safety rules will be allowed to pass.
Was an American fighter jet attacked?
Iran claimed that it intercepted and targeted an American F-15 fighter jet near Hormuz. However, information about damage and casualties has not been revealed yet.
Had American jets been attacked before also?
Earlier, an F-35 fighter jet was also attacked, which had to make an emergency landing. This was the first time that Iran targeted such an advanced American aircraft.
Has this war now become a global crisis?
Of course, Hormuz is the world’s most important sea route, through which about 20% of oil and gas passes. As tensions over this increased, oil prices in the global market reached $110 per barrel.
Did Iran also target American targets?
According to reports, Iran fired ballistic missiles at the Diego Garcia base located in the Indian Ocean, although they did not hit the target. This attack is being considered a sign of Iran’s increasing military capability. According to Israel Defense Forces, Iran has fired more than 400 missiles, of which 92% were intercepted in the air. At the same time, Israel has also carried out retaliatory attacks in many areas including Tehran.
Has this affected the common people also?
More than 81,000 buildings have been damaged in Iran, while more than 2,700 people in Israel have been forced to leave their homes. This war has now reached the common citizens.
Could this conflict escalate further?
Iran has clearly warned that if its infrastructure is attacked, the energy and power system in the entire Gulf region may come to a standstill. This means that this conflict can turn into a big war at any time.
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