Iran's Revolutionary Guard Issues War Warning; Persian Gulf Tension Skyrockets

On January 14, 2026, the IRGC issued a statement warning external forces against any 'miscalculation' regarding its territory, stating it is fully prepared for retaliation. Subsequently, the US and UK military began reducing non-essential personnel in neighboring Qatar and other hubs, causing global energy market fluctuations. This was a major point of tension in the lead-up to 'Operation Epic Fury.'