The Government of Iran has warned that it will retaliate against the region's infrastructure if the United States carries out its threat to attack Iranian power plants as a way to pressure the reopening of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. This statement comes in response to US President Donald Trump's ultimatum to Tehran to lift the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, warning that he will 'destroy' Iranian power plants if navigation through the strategic passage, through which more than 20% of the world's oil flows, is not restored. According to the Argentine News Agency, Iran's First Vice President, Mohammad Reza Aref, stated that the country's energy and food reserves are currently in 'good condition'. 'There is no concern whatsoever about the supply of energy, fuel, and basic products,' Aref declared in a statement later published by the ISNA news agency. He added that 'necessary measures have been taken so that people can continue their normal lives,' but provided no further details. 'Distribution networks, banking services, and payment systems are operating without interruption, and life in the country is proceeding as usual,' Aref stated.
