Iran threatens Gulf trade over US blockade

A senior Iranian military commander has issued a direct threat linking the US-Iran ceasefire to American naval actions. Major General Ali Abdollahi, Commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, stated that if the US naval blockade continues, Iran will ban all exports and imports in the Persian Gulf region. This threat represents a significant escalation in rhetoric as Iran attempts to pressure the United States to lift its blockade. The warning comes amid ongoing tensions following the recent ceasefire between the two nations.