Iranian Envoy Elahi Warns Israel Of ‘More Harmful Consequences’ For Striking Iranian Oil Sites

Iran's Ambassador to India, Dr Iraj Elahi, issued a stern warning to Israel, stating that any strikes on Iranian oil sites would provoke a devastating retaliation from Iran. He emphasised that the consequences of such actions would be "more harmful and painful" for Israel. The remarks by Elahi came after US President Joe Biden said he was "discussing" possible Israeli strikes on Iranian oil sites in response to Tehran's missile attack and how Iran will protect its assets in oil fields. Speaking with ANI, Elahi said, "If Israel does this, it will face a new round of retaliation by Iran, which will be more harmful and more painful for Israel. Maybe, most of the installation and infrastructure of Israel will be damaged." He further said that any attack on Iranian oil facilities would have negative consequences for the United States and the global energy market.