Iran warns of asymmetric response, 'dark months' for US economy

Iran's First Vice President Aref threatens an 'asymmetrical' and 'multi-layered' response to US attacks, explicitly warning of economic pain via fuel shortages. This escalates rhetoric following Trump's statement that Washington could strike Iran 'at any time', signaling a potential shift from deterrence to active retaliation. The threat implies possible attacks on energy infrastructure or shipping, though specifics remain unclear.