'Iran is defending itself, its sovereignty': Political commentator

Iran says it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within four days if the necessary conditions are met and an agreement with Washington is implemented.

However, amid reports of US-Israeli military preparations and the possibility of renewed attacks on Iranian infrastructure, Tehran warns that further aggression could trigger a wider regional confrontation with severe consequences for the global economy. Author and West Asia expert, Saeb Shaath argues that if the Americans launch an attack, the whole game changes.