The United States has issued a strong message to Tehran, cautioning that any effort to obstruct the Strait of Hormuz would result in serious consequences, potentially pushing Iran into a deeper crisis.
Speaking during a televised segment, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the idea of sealing the critical maritime corridor as a reckless move that would backfire on Iran itself.
He stressed that Washington is not aiming for direct conflict, nor does it seek to topple the current Iranian leadership.
Rubio reiterated the White House’s willingness to engage diplomatically with Iran, stating that talks remain a viable option despite heightened tensions.
In the same conversation, he revealed concerns over Iran’s nuclear capabilities, noting that the nation already holds enriched uranium reserves sufficient to construct several nuclear warheads—something Rubio claims is far more advanced than before.
He warned that tampering with the free movement of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz—an artery for global oil flow—would amount to economic self-destruction for Iran. “There are strategic responses we can deploy if such a decision is taken,” he added.
While affirming that Washington currently has no immediate plans to intensify military operations, Rubio cast doubt on the intentions behind Iran’s space ambitions.
He rhetorically questioned whether the program is truly scientific in nature, or a cover for testing long-range missile technology.
