Iran vows to retaliate after US widens sanctions

Iran has vowed to retaliate against the United States, warning of potential military responses, attacks on US interests, and threats to energy chokepoints following Washington's decision to widen economic sanctions. The Iranian threats, which included the possibility of further reducing oil exports from the Gulf, were articulated prior to the formal announcement of the expanded US measures.

The escalating tensions have drawn international reactions, with China rejecting pressure tactics in response to the situation. Meanwhile, global energy markets are bracing for potential further disruptions as a result of the widening US sanctions and subsequent Iranian warnings.