Iran has threatened to retaliate more broadly across the Middle East. This comes after the United States carried out airstrikes on Iran's energy hub.
President Donald Trump has asked allied nations to deploy warships. The aim is to ensure safety in the Strait of Hormuz.
Global oil prices have been increasing. The situation in the Strait of Hormuz is significant for oil transport.
Details of the specific retaliation Iran might take have not been fully disclosed.
The U.S. airstrikes targeted key energy facilities within Iran.
The Strait of Hormuz is a very important waterway for global oil trade.
The U.S. and its allies are increasing their naval presence in the region.
This escalation raises concerns about a wider conflict developing in the Middle East.