Iran has issued a stark warning to the United States following allegations that US forces targeted Abu Musa and Kharg Island with missiles, according to a statement from the Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters reported by Nour News. The outlet, affiliated with Iran's Supreme National Security Council, quoted a military spokesperson threatening direct strikes on US missile launch sites and military facilities in the United Arab Emirates if such actions continue.
The disputed Abu Musa Island – administered by Iran but claimed by the UAE – and Kharg Island, a vital oil export hub in the Gulf, hold significant strategic value. This escalation comes amid heightened regional tensions, with the spokesperson accusing Washington of 'crossing red lines' in maritime security.
Analysts note the UAE's hosting of approximately 3,500 US troops at Al Dhafra Air Base adds complexity to the situation. While the Pentagon has not yet responded to the allegations, observers warn any military exchange could disrupt shipping lanes critical to global energy markets.
The development follows stalled negotiations to revive the 2015 nuclear deal (JCPOA), with Tehran increasingly vocal about Western military activities in the Gulf region. Regional governments have called for restraint, emphasizing the need to preserve stability in vital oil transit corridors.
