Speaking in Sydney, Birol emphasized the need for a coordinated global response to mitigate the crisis, including potential releases of additional oil reserves. He highlighted the critical importance of ensuring the security of the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions escalated as U.S. President Trump threatened to destroy Iranian energy facilities if trade routes were not reopened within 48 hours, while Iran warned of retaliatory strikes. Concurrently, Israeli military operations targeted Iranian infrastructure in Tehran, with reports of explosions and airstrikes in Urmia.