Iran could retaliate against the U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities by shutting down the Strait of Hormuz, a move that would likely cause oil and gas prices to surge.

Trump's message comes after the U.S. bombed Iran's nuclear sites, putting the world on edge that the Islamic Republic might target energy supplies.

President Donald Trump demanded that energy producers push down crude prices following US military strikes on Iran, amid fears that an escalating Middle East conflict and supply disruptions could extend the recent surge on oil markets.