Any nation participating in economic restrictions against Iran will be treated as an enemy, according to Mohsen Rezaí, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. Speaking on state television, Rezaí warned foreign governments not to join a United States-led economic war, threatening direct retaliation against economic and oil interests if countries fail to distance themselves from Washington.
Iranian Security Official Issues Stark Retaliation Warning
The warning follows Washington’s announcement that it will intensify economic sanctions to increase pressure on Tehran. According to Rezaí, while Iran has previously limited its military responses to bases, any new economic sanctions will prompt strikes against American oil and economic assets located near Iran and in other regions. Rezaí stated that any confrontation with Donald Trump’s administration would result in an earthquake-like response.
Accusations of Economic Terrorism Amid Escalating Tensions
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who stated that Washington aims to cause the collapse of the Iranian government through fresh sanctions. In response, the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs accused the United States of economic terrorism. Bessent is scheduled to hold a press conference detailing plans to tighten economic pressure, nearly six months after the onset of the conflict, which was triggered by an initial Israeli-American attack against Iran.
China Rejects U.S. Efforts to Isolate Iranian Economy
The United States has actively lobbied other governments, including Beijing, to join efforts aimed at isolating the Iranian economy. However, China—a key strategic economic partner for Iran—has publicly rejected the initiative. According to Chinese officials, U.S. sanctions and pressure tactics are ineffective and will not resolve the broader conflict in the Middle East.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did Mohsen Rezaí say about countries joining U.S. sanctions?
Mohsen Rezaí stated that any country participating in economic restrictions against Iran will be considered an enemy and will face retaliation against its interests if it does not distance itself from the United States.
How is Iran responding to new U.S. sanctions?
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has labeled the measures economic terrorism, and officials have warned that Tehran will target American oil and economic assets rather than limiting responses to military bases.
What is China’s position on the sanctions?
China has criticized the U.S.-led pressure campaign, stating that sanctions and isolation efforts will not resolve the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
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