Iran Threatens to Halt All Middle East Energy Exports Amid Renewed US Blockade

TEHRAN — Iran has threatened to halt all energy exports from the Middle East if a renewed United States blockade continues, according to The Guardian. The Guardian reported that the warning raises the prospect of severe disruption to global oil and gas flows, given the region's central role in energy supply. Tehran framed the threat as a response to what it described as aggressive US maritime restrictions. The report said markets and importing nations were watching the standoff closely. The Guardian noted that any interruption to Gulf exports would ripple through prices worldwide. US officials have not signalled a change to the blockade posture, the report said. Analysts cited by The Guardian warned that miscalculation could deepen the crisis. Source: The Guardian (Tue, 14 Jul 2026). Source Reporters corrects errors promptly.