Iran has issued a strong warning to the United States, vowing to retaliate if its infrastructure is targeted. Iranian officials have warned that any US strike on energy or civilian assets will be met with similar action, raising fears of wider regional escalation. The sharp exchange comes amid escalating rhetoric between Tehran and US President Donald Trump, with Iranian leaders dismissing his statements while warning of significant retaliatory capability. With backchannel diplomacy appearing stalled despite offers from countries like Turkey and Egypt, prospects of de-escalation remain uncertain as tensions continue to rise.