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Iran is sending a stark warning to the U.S.: its energy infrastructure in the Persian Gulf is vulnerable, and any attack will trigger retaliation. With oil prices climbing after recent strikes on shipping, Tehran is tightening restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz and may soon announce new restricted zones. Iranian officials dismiss U.S. claims that their oil tankers are defenseless, emphasizing that the entire regional energy chain—including American-operated assets—is exposed. Meanwhile, escalating violence in southern Lebanon has reignited fears of a new Israeli military campaign, further complicating peace efforts. Shipping through the Strait has plummeted to its lowest level in months, while Iran grapples with domestic economic woes. Gulf allies like the UAE are already seeking alternative routes to shield themselves from the fallout.

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