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Iran Warns of ‘Decisive Action’ After US Revokes Oil Sanctions Waiver and Escalates Military Pressure
Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States, promising “decisive actions” to protect its national security after Washington revoked a key sanctions waiver on Iranian oil exports and carried out recent military operations. The latest developments have further strained relations between the two countries, raising concerns about stability in the Middle East.
Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States, promising “decisive actions” to protect its national security after Washington revoked a key sanctions waiver on Iranian oil exports and carried out recent military operations. The latest developments have further strained relations between the two countries, raising concerns about stability in the Middle East.
Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi criticized the US actions in a statement posted on X, calling them a serious violation of previously agreed commitments. According to him, the latest military strikes and the cancellation of the sanctions waiver amount to “blatant violations” of Articles 1, 2, and 10 of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The senior Iranian diplomat accused Washington of repeatedly breaching the agreement, claiming that recent developments were influenced by the actions of Israel in Lebanon and continued threats against Iran. He warned that Tehran would take firm and decisive measures to defend its national interests and ensure the country’s security.
Echoing the same stance, Iran’s Foreign Ministry condemned the US decision to revoke the oil export licence, stating that it violates the interim agreement reached between the two nations. The ministry also said the United States would be responsible for any consequences resulting from what it described as a breach of commitments.
The diplomatic dispute intensified after the US Treasury Department confirmed that it had withdrawn the sanctions waiver that temporarily allowed Iranian oil exports. The waiver, introduced under a 60-day interim agreement aimed at reducing hostilities between Washington and Tehran, had briefly eased restrictions on Iran’s energy exports.
The decision came just hours after reports emerged of fresh attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. According to the British military, three tankers were struck by projectiles while passing through the strategically important waterway, one of the world’s busiest routes for global energy shipments.
Data released by the United Nations’ International Maritime Organization showed that Tuesday’s incidents marked the highest number of attacks on ships recorded in a single day since late April. The latest strikes have raised fresh concerns over maritime security and could disrupt global shipping operations at a time when international efforts are focused on restoring stability in the region.
The United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) reported that one tanker caught fire after being hit off the coast of Oman. Iranian state television claimed the liquefied natural gas vessel was targeted after ignoring official warnings but stopped short of taking responsibility for the attack.
The remaining two ships suffered only minor damage and continued their voyages safely. Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported.
Iran has repeatedly maintained that only its designated shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz is secure. In the past, Tehran has faced allegations over attacks involving vessels that chose alternative routes closer to the Omani coastline.
Location data released by the UKMTO indicated that all three attacks occurred off the coasts of Oman and the United Arab Emirates, suggesting that the affected vessels were travelling through the alternative maritime corridor.
The latest escalation has heightened fears of further instability in the Gulf region, with global markets and international observers closely monitoring developments as diplomatic tensions between Iran and the United States continue to intensify.
