Iran on Thursday strongly condemned what it described as a United States strike on its territory near Bandar Abbas, warning that rising tensions in the Gulf region could trigger wider instability around the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz.
In a statement issued by Iran’s Foreign Ministry, spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said Tehran viewed the reported attack as a violation of Iranian sovereignty and international law. He said the incident marked a serious escalation in already strained relations between Tehran and Washington.
The statement did not provide operational details regarding the reported strike, but Iranian officials accused the United States of increasing military pressure in sensitive areas near the Gulf shipping corridor.
Baghaei also expressed solidarity with Oman following what Tehran described as threats issued by US officials during the growing dispute over security and influence in the Strait of Hormuz. His remarks came after comments attributed to US President Donald Trump regarding Oman amid regional maritime tensions.
Iran warned that aggressive rhetoric and military actions could further destabilise the Middle East at a time when regional tensions are already high. Tehran urged all parties to exercise restraint and respect international law to prevent the confrontation from expanding.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most strategically important waterways, linking the Gulf to the Arabian Sea and serving as a major route for global oil and gas shipments. Any disruption in the corridor could have significant implications for international energy markets and maritime trade.
Relations between Iran and the United States have remained tense for years, particularly over military activity in the Gulf and concerns surrounding commercial shipping security. Washington has repeatedly stated that its regional operations are intended to protect maritime routes and deter threats against international vessels, while Tehran has accused the US of fuelling instability through military deployments and pressure tactics.
As diplomatic tensions continue to rise, regional observers fear that further military incidents could increase the risk of a broader confrontation across the Gulf region.
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