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Iran has warned that any fresh military attack by the United States or Israel could widen the ongoing conflict beyond the Persian Gulf and Red Sea, potentially reaching the Indian Ocean and other areas. Major-General Yahya Rahim Safavi, an adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, issued the warning in a video released by Iran's semi-official Fars news agency.

Safavi said Iran had prepared for a possible renewed offensive and suggested that the geographical scope of the conflict could expand if hostilities resume. According to his remarks, a new front could emerge around the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a strategically important waterway connecting the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the wider Indian Ocean.

The Iranian military adviser also referred to Yemen's Houthi movement while warning about possible developments around the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. His comments come amid continued tensions surrounding major maritime routes in the region, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, where disruptions have raised concerns about international shipping and energy supplies.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a central issue in the confrontation between Tehran and Washington. Iran has indicated that it could reopen the waterway if US military pressure and the naval blockade are eased. Reuters reported that Iranian officials had also conveyed proposals through diplomatic channels concerning the reopening of the strategically important route.

The latest warning followed Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's address to the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Pezeshkian strongly criticized US policy toward Iran and defended Tehran's actions, while also leaving the door open to diplomacy. He said Iran was prepared for dialogue and negotiations but rejected talks conducted under military pressure.

Pezeshkian also addressed the Strait of Hormuz, saying Iran would not accept the waterway being used in ways Tehran considers harmful to its security. His comments came as US and Iranian representatives continued diplomatic contacts in New York, with discussions reportedly focused on conditions for ending hostilities and restoring maritime access.

Safavi's reference to the Indian Ocean adds another dimension to the already tense situation, although his statement represents a warning of what could happen if new attacks occur rather than confirmation that Iran has opened a new front there. With the Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb all strategically important to global shipping, further escalation could have consequences well beyond the immediate conflict zone. Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran therefore remain closely watched as both sides continue to exchange threats while discussing possible negotiations.

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