JUST IN: Iran’s Foreign Ministry Warns Any Attack on Iranian Infrastructure Will Be Met with Strikes on American Counterparts or Affiliated Targets

Tehran Vows Reciprocal Strikes on US Interests as Trump’s Tuesday 8:00 PM ET Deadline Looms Over Strait of Hormuz Crisis

By Reflecto News Staff
April 6, 2026

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a stern warning that any US or Israeli attack on Iranian infrastructure — including power plants and bridges — will trigger retaliatory strikes on “American counterparts or affiliated targets” across the region.

The statement comes hours after President Donald Trump’s expletive-laden ultimatum setting a deadline of Tuesday, April 7, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face devastating strikes on critical Iranian infrastructure.

Iran’s Retaliatory Pledge

Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei described Trump’s threats as “incitement to war crimes and crimes against humanity,” warning that targeting civilian infrastructure would endanger entire populations. He emphasized Iran’s commitment to safeguarding its sovereignty and vowed a “decisive, immediate, and effective” response.

Iranian officials, including the Revolutionary Guards and joint military command, have similarly warned of stepped-up attacks on regional oil facilities, civilian infrastructure, and US-affiliated targets if aggression against Iran’s energy or civilian sectors continues.

Trump’s Ultimatum and Escalating Rhetoric

In a Truth Social post on Easter Sunday, President Trump declared Tuesday as “Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day” in Iran, using strong language and warning that failure to open the strait would leave Iran “living in Hell.”

He reiterated the threat in interviews, stating that Iran would have “no power plants and no bridges standing” if the deadline passes without action. Despite the tough stance, Trump has also claimed progress in indirect talks and previously mentioned granting “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators.

The Strait of Hormuz Remains the Flashpoint

The narrow waterway continues to be severely restricted by Iran, disrupting the flow of approximately 20–21 million barrels per day of oil and significant LNG volumes — about 20% of global petroleum consumption.

This has already driven sharp increases in global oil prices, with Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev warning of a potential surge above $150 per barrel within two weeks.

Broader Regional and Global Risks

• Retaliation Targets: Iran has previously struck energy and infrastructure sites in Gulf Arab countries hosting US facilities and has signaled readiness to target US military and economic interests.
• Humanitarian Concerns: Strikes on power plants or desalination facilities could cause widespread blackouts and water shortages, raising fears of civilian suffering and potential violations of international humanitarian law.
• Economic Fallout: Prolonged disruption threatens supply chains, inflation, and energy security, particularly for Asian importers like China, India, Japan, and South Korea.

Iranian Leadership Statements

Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf earlier warned that Trump’s alignment with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu could cause the “entire Middle East region” to “burn,” accusing the US of reckless escalation.

Diplomatic Efforts vs. Military Posturing

While public rhetoric hardens on both sides, behind-the-scenes mediation — including possible Oman involvement — continues. Iran insists on war compensation, sovereignty guarantees, and an end to aggression before reopening the strait. The US demands immediate reopening without preconditions.

Alternative pipelines offer only limited bypass capacity (3.5–5.5 million bpd), insufficient to offset the disruption.

What Lies Ahead

As the Tuesday 8:00 PM ET deadline approaches, the risk of direct confrontation grows. A US strike on Iranian infrastructure could trigger Iranian retaliation against American or affiliated targets, potentially widening the conflict across the Gulf and beyond.

Analysts warn of severe economic and humanitarian consequences if escalation occurs, while a last-minute diplomatic breakthrough could de-escalate the crisis and stabilize energy markets.

Reflecto News will continue monitoring developments, including any official responses from Washington or Tehran, oil market movements, and activity in the Persian Gulf.

This story is developing.

Sources include statements from Iran’s Foreign Ministry, Trump’s Truth Social posts and interviews, Reuters, Al Jazeera, BBC, AP, and other international reports.