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Iran warns of strikes on Gulf oil facilities 'in coming hours', state media reports - Reuters

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Military conflict involving Iran has intensified with strikes on Gulf energy infrastructure, pushing oil prices above $110 per barrel. Iran has warned of imminent strikes on Gulf oil facilities while the US considers military reinforcements. Saudi Arabia has cautioned that regional patience with Iran is not unlimited, with some analysts suggesting potential activation of defense agreements.

Why people care
The escalation threatens critical global energy supplies from the Gulf region, driving oil prices to levels that could impact global economic recovery. The conflict involves multiple regional powers and has prompted discussions of broader military alliances, raising concerns about a wider regional war.
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Iran says

Iranian officials maintain they are responding to attacks on their energy infrastructure and warn of decisive military action. State media reports indicate Iran plans strikes on Gulf oil facilities in the coming hours as part of what they characterize as defensive measures.

Gulf allies say

Saudi officials warn that regional patience with Iranian actions is not unlimited and that Gulf nations possess significant military capabilities to respond. Some analysts suggest Saudi Arabia may activate defense agreements with allies like Pakistan if the conflict continues to escalate.

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