US VP Warns Withdrawal from Gulf Would Trigger Global Energy Crisis; Iran Rejects Trust in Washington

US Vice President JD Vance warned that a US withdrawal from the region while Iran continues to target ships would inevitably cause a global energy crisis, signaling a firm US commitment to maritime security. In parallel, senior Iranian official Razaei stated that Tehran does not trust Washington in any form, underscoring deep mutual distrust that complicates any diplomatic de-escalation. The juxtaposition of these statements highlights heightened geopolitical friction in the Gulf, with potential implications for energy supply routes.