Iran issues tough statement after ultimatum Donald Trump. Tehran is threatening to attack desalination plants, as well as US and Israeli IT infrastructure in the region.
Iran's threats
Iranian army spokesman Zolfagari said that the country is ready to strike at the energy and water infrastructure of the Middle East. Desalination plants, as well as US and Israeli facilities, could be targeted.
According to Zolfagari, Iran also intends to attack US and Israeli IT infrastructure in the region. Such actions are seen as a response to the ultimatum issued by Donald Trump.
Possible targets of attacks
Iran focuses on the following goals:
- Desalination plants supplying water to the Persian Gulf countries
- Energy infrastructure in the Middle East
- IT infrastructure related to the US and Israel
Tehran's threats could affect the stability of water and energy supplies in the region. At the same time, attacks on IT infrastructure could cause interruptions in critical services.
Context.
Iran's statement was a response to the ultimatum voiced by former US President Donald Trump. Tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel have persisted in recent years.
The threat of an attack on critical infrastructure could lead to a new escalation in the region.
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