Iran’s powerful Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on Tuesday issued a stark warning to Gulf nations, saying oil production across the Middle East could be at risk if their territories are used to launch
attacks against Iran.
Maj. Gen. Majid Mousavi, commander of the Guards’ aerospace force, said countries in the region must not allow their land or facilities to be used by Iran’s adversaries.
“The southern neighbours should know that if their geography and facilities are used in the service of the enemies to attack the Iranian nation, they should bid farewell to oil production in the Middle East,” Mousavi was quoted as saying by Iran’s semi-official Fars news agency.
The warning comes amid escalating tensions between Iran and its regional rivals, particularly the United States and Israel, as a fragile ceasefire hangs in the balance.
Iran has repeatedly cautioned Gulf countries—many of which host US military bases—against allowing their territories to be used for military operations. Nations such as Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Qatar are key strategic partners of Washington and play a critical role in global energy markets.
Any disruption to oil production in the region would have far-reaching consequences, as the Middle East accounts for a significant share of global crude supply. The Strait of Hormuz, located near Iran’s southern coast, remains a critical route for energy shipments, with nearly a fifth of the world’s oil passing through it.
The latest remarks underscore rising fears that the conflict could spill over into a wider regional crisis, potentially threatening global energy security and driving up oil prices if tensions continue to escalate.
