Iran warns third parties of the risk of war spreading

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is intensifying. Iran said that the situation has reached a new level due to the continued airstrikes by the United States and Israel. According to Tehran's claims, airstrikes have been carried out on at least 200 cities in the country so far.

In this situation, Iran said that it is preparing to respond using all its military and strategic forces. It is believed that Iran's position has become even tougher after the attack on the strategically important Kharg Island.

Iranian authorities have already announced that they may stop the movement of ships or oil tankers through the important waterway Strait of Hormuz. Since a large part of the world's energy supply is transported through this channel, analysts believe that such a move could have a major impact on international trade and energy markets.

Tehran also warned that if any third country gets directly involved in the current conflict or helps their opponents, those countries will also face difficult consequences. Iran's message is mainly seen as a stern warning to neighboring countries and international powers.

Meanwhile, Iran is interpreting Donald Trump's recent statements differently. According to Tehran, the US's call for help from allied countries may indicate Washington's weakness in the current situation.

Iranian policymakers have said that they will not limit themselves to a defensive position. Rather, preparations are being made for all possible military actions and the country is ready to respond harshly to any foreign intervention.

Source: Al Jazeera.