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Iran Reveals 4-Point Counterattack Plan Against US-Israel
3/23/2026
03:21 PM
Iran announces 4 immediate retaliation measures including Strait closure if power plants hit as Trump's 48-hour Hormuz deadline expires.
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Iran Issues 4-Point War Plan as Trump Deadline Expires
Tehran, March 23, 2026 - Iran's Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters commander Lt Col Ebrahim Zolfaghari revealed four immediate countermeasures if US strikes Iranian energy facilities. Trump's 48-hour ultimatum expires at 6 PM IST today.
Iran's 4-Point Retaliation Strategy
| Action | Target | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Close Strait of Hormuz | Global oil shipping | 20% world supply cut |
| 2. Strike Israeli infrastructure | Power grid, airports | Economic paralysis |
| 3. Hit US companies regionally | Saudi Aramco, UAE ports | Energy market chaos |
| 4. Attack US bases hosting countries | Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar | Regional escalation |
Critical Timeline Today
- 12:00 PM IST: Trump deadline warning reiterated
- 3:00 PM IST: Iran missile readiness parade
- 6:00 PM IST: 48-hour ultimatum expires
- 8:00 PM IST: Expected US response announcement
Strategic Calculations
Iran Status: ✅ 1,000 ballistic missiles remaining ✅ Underground "missile city" revealed ✅ IRGC 74th attack wave launched ❌ 85% air defense destroyed ❌ Leadership losses: 17 generals
Global Market Impact
- Brent crude: $118/barrel (40% up)
- India LPG prices: Expected Rs 1500 (19kg)
- Rupee: 88.75 vs dollar India evacuates 8,000 citizens from UAE, Bahrain. Embassy advises students to register for emergency evacuation. UPSC/Competitive Exam Note: Strait of Hormuz = 21 miles wide, 20% global oil, India's 40% import dependency.
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