Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf
‘Enjoy $4 gas while it lasts’: Iran’s Ghalibaf mocks Trump as US readies naval blockade
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- Iranian officials mock US over rising fuel prices and blockade threats.
- Tehran signals potential disruption of global oil flows via Strait of Hormuz.
Iran has issued a series of sharp warnings and sarcastic social media messages targeting the United States, cautioning that any naval blockade or escalation could trigger a domestic fuel crisis and spike global oil prices.
An official account linked to Iran’s embassy in Thailand posted a message on X mocking US fuel costs, suggesting Americans would soon “miss the price of $4 a gallon” if tensions continue to escalate.
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The post was accompanied by a taunting message directed at US consumers, reflecting Tehran’s broader messaging that economic pressure tactics could backfire.
Parliament speaker warns of price shock
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf also issued a direct warning to the United States, saying American consumers should “enjoy” current fuel prices because they may soon rise significantly.
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“Enjoy these ‘current’ fuel prices, because with what you call a blockade, you will miss the price of $4 a gallon,” he said, according to Iranian media reports.
His remarks come amid heightened tensions over maritime security and energy routes in the Gulf region.
Strait of Hormuz at center of tensions
Iran’s messaging highlighted the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.
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Tehran signaled that it retains leverage over global energy flows through the waterway, warning that any attempt to restrict its maritime trade could have widespread economic consequences.
Analysts say disruption in the strait could sharply increase global oil prices and trigger significant economic pressure on both the United States and international markets.
Rising war of words
The exchange reflects an intensifying war of rhetoric between Tehran and Washington amid ongoing regional tensions and concerns over potential escalation in maritime and military confrontations.
