US and Iran issue war threats amid escalating tensions in Persian Gulf

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Multiple countries have issued warnings and threats related to the Hormuz Strait, a critical waterway in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump has threatened war with Iran if it attacks power plants in the region.

Iran’s government has vowed to “completely close” the Hormuz Strait if the US launches an attack on its energy infrastructure. China has warned that any escalation of conflict in the region could lead to a “vicious cycle”.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has stated that allies are coming together to secure the Strait of Hormuz, which is a vital shipping route for oil and other goods.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has warned that an energy crisis could be worse than the 1970s oil shocks if tensions in the region escalate further. The IEA’s warning comes as the US deadline for Iran to stop its nuclear program approaches.

These developments have raised concerns among global leaders about the potential for conflict in the Middle East and its impact on international trade and security.

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