Iran Official Warns US Oil and Gas Companies After Flare-Up in Conflict

Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has warned that Tehran will retaliate with fresh strikes on U.S. energy assets or infrastructure in the Middle East. He stated that American oil and gas companies and facilities across the region are exposed. Ghalibaf asserted that any strike on Iranian assets would result in reciprocal action, referencing previously impacted bases.

• Iran’s parliament speaker warned of fresh strikes on U.S. energy assets in the Middle East.
• The warning follows recent tensions and a statement from U.S. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth.
• The speaker emphasized the accessibility and exposure of U.S. oil and gas production chains and facilities in the region.
• He stated that striking Iranian assets would lead to reciprocal strikes on U.S. companies and infrastructure.
• The speaker referenced previous attacks on bases as proof of Iran’s capability.