Iran Threatens Shipping Lanes as US Strikes Back | Global News

Iran’s escalating threats to shut down critical shipping lanes like the Strait of Hormuz have ignited a dangerous standoff with the U.S., after American forces launched multi-pronged strikes on Iranian targets. The U.S. President has vowed to strike Iran’s infrastructure—including bridges and power plants—if Tehran doesn’t return to negotiations, hinting at future energy-targeted retaliation. Meanwhile, the U.S. shifted from a 20% toll on ships to pursuing trade deals with Gulf nations, while imposing a new blockade on Iranian ports. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps retaliated by warning of closing other oil and gas routes vital to U.S. allies, without naming them. Compounding the crisis, Iran’s state media claimed attacks on U.S. interests in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, confirmed by regional allies who intercepted Iranian drones and missiles. Tensions are at a boiling point. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bc6f0a0076d46ad9