Iran warns of retaliation against U.S. Gulf bases if strikes resume

Iran's military says it has intelligence that the United States plans new strikes against it, threatening "continuous, effective and painful" retaliation against U.S. bases across the Gulf if attacked. Tehran warned that any renewed American assault would target U.S. strategic interests region-wide, and that governments aiding Washington would be treated as conflict parties. The threat follows President Donald Trump's unexpected return to the White House from Camp David. Iran also insists the Strait of Hormuz will stay closed until the U.S. ends operations, lifts its naval blockade, releases frozen funds, and meets prior commitments. Washington has not confirmed preparing new strikes, leaving Tehran's allegation unverified.