Tehran threatens attacks after U.S. strikes Iranian tankers
Iran is threatening retaliation following U.S. airstrikes that sank three ships in the Gulf, which were a response to Iran firing ballistic missiles at U.S. warships. Iran has warned that U.S.-linked energy infrastructure in the Gulf is vulnerable and is preparing further restrictions along the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the escalation, both sides are not yet calling it an all-out war, with senior Trump officials aiming to contain the conflict through sanctions and economic pressure.
The escalating tensions in the Gulf risk broader military conflict and could severely disrupt global oil markets, particularly given Iran's threats to energy infrastructure and the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane.
The episode also covers President Trump's criticism of a Center for American Progress report on National Guard deployments and an ambulance call to a White House construction site.
