Qalibaf: Threats Against Iran’s Oil Trade Will Face Reciprocal Action

Iran’s Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, has warned that countries seeking to disrupt Iran’s oil exports or undermine its security should expect reciprocal consequences.

Speaking during Parliament’s open session on Tuesday, Qalibaf said Iran would not accept restrictions on its oil sales while other countries continued to conduct oil trade.

“Just as we have said before, in any region where we do not sell oil, no one will sell oil, and if our security is not guaranteed, no infrastructure will be safe,” he said.

Qalibaf also rejected US President Donald Trump’s recent statements concerning the Strait of Hormuz and the movement of ships through the strategic waterway.

According to Press TV, Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz following the latest round of fighting involving the United States and Israel. Tehran has since set conditions for reopening the waterway.

Qalibaf said Iran would respond to any attempt by the United States to impose a naval blockade, restrict Iranian air corridors or pressure the country’s commercial lifelines.

He said Iran would rely on economic planning and military measures to counter external pressure, adding that the country would not be intimidated by threats or sanctions.

The parliament speaker also criticised Trump’s recent remarks at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, where the US president spoke about reaching a deal with Iran or taking military action against the country.

Qalibaf said Iran’s position remained unchanged, insisting that the country did not seek war but would defend its security, dignity and rights.

“The Islamic Republic’s response to any act of aggression or adventurism will be tough, painful, precise, and swift,” he said.

He also praised President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent address to the UN General Assembly and called for greater national unity and timely decision-making as Iran faces what he described as a critical period.

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