Iran's envoy to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, declared that Tehran will not remain passive in response to US President Donald Trump's threats to attack its civilian infrastructure. During a Security Council session focused on the Strait of Hormuz, Iravani warned of an 'immediate and proportionate' response, accusing Trump of inciting war crimes and potentially genocide. Trump's comments, which suggested that 'a whole civilization will die' if Iran does not comply with US demands, have sparked widespread concern, particularly among Democrats who labeled his rhetoric as 'unhinged' and called for congressional intervention. Iranian government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani criticized Trump's threats as ignorant and counterproductive to dialogue, emphasizing that threats would not disrupt public calm. In retaliation for US attacks on its oil infrastructure, Iran has threatened to target Gulf states and has already conducted strikes on regional energy facilities. The escalating rhetoric and military actions contribute to heightened tensions in the region, particularly concerning the vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments.