Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has sharply criticized the recent strikes on the country’s energy infrastructure, warning that such actions risk triggering a much larger global crisis.
The latest Israeli strike reportedly targeted the South Pars gas field, one of the world’s most important sources of natural gas.
In a message shared on social media, President Pezeshkian described the attacks as deliberate and provocative, arguing they would not serve the interests of what he called the “Zionist–American bloc and its allies.” He warned that continued escalation could push the region into deeper instability, with consequences that may spread far beyond the Middle East.
The statement came at a time of rising tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States.
Iran has since signaled possible retaliation, raising concerns about a broader confrontation. Experts fear that continued targeting of energy facilities could disrupt global oil supplies and draw more countries into the conflict.
Senior Officials Assassinated, President Condemns Attack
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian condemned the killings, describing them as a “cowardly act” that claimed the lives of key figures, including Ismail Khatib, Ali Larijani, and Aziz Nasirzadeh, along with several of their family members and associates.
In an official statement, the president expressed deep sorrow over what he referred to as the “martyrdom” of two cabinet members, a senior council figure, and high-ranking military and Basij commanders. He also extended condolences to the Iranian public, emphasizing national unity during this period of grief.
Despite the loss, Pezeshkian asserted that the mission and vision of those killed would continue, stating that their path would be carried forward “more firmly than ever.”