Iran threatens war ‘beyond the region’ if US attacks
Iran has issued a warning that any further attacks from the United States could lead to a war extending beyond the Middle East. This comes after US President Donald Trump indicated he was close to resuming military action against Iran. The situation remains tense as Iran has largely restricted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, significantly impacting global energy supplies.
- ▪Iran threatened to extend war beyond the Middle East if the US attacks again.
- ▪US President Trump stated he was close to restarting military operations against Iran.
- ▪Iran has restricted access to the Strait of Hormuz, affecting global energy supplies.
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Iran threatens war ‘beyond the region’ if US attacksSign up now: Get insights on Asia's fast-moving developmentsIran has largely shut the Strait of Hormuz to all ships apart from its own since the US-Israeli campaign began in February.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished May 20, 2026, 06:25 PMUpdated May 20, 2026, 06:25 PMTEHRAN - Iran threatened on May 20 to spread war beyond the Middle East if the United States attacks again, after US President Donald Trump said he had come within an hour of restarting the military campaign.Six weeks since Mr Trump paused Operation Epic Fury for a ceasefire, talks to end the war have largely stalled.Iran submitted a new offer to the United States this week, but its public accounts of it repeat terms previously rejected by Mr Trump, including demands for control of…
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