The standoff between the US and Iran took a dramatic turn as President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to the country, threatening large-scale military action if they fail to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by a looming deadline. At a press conference, Trump made it clear that Iran's critical infrastructure is in the crosshairs, stating that every bridge in the country could be destroyed within hours, along with power plants, in a chilling escalation of his rhetoric.
With the deadline set for 8 p.m. Eastern Time on April 7, Trump made it clear that any failure to comply will result in severe consequences, including potential destruction of infrastructure and further military escalation. He even went as far as to claim that Iran has already been militarily defeated and hinted at the possibility of the US imposing control over the Strait of Hormuz, including charging tolls for its use, a move that highlights the strategic importance of this crucial waterway, which handles a significant portion of global oil shipments.
This warning comes after Iran rejected a proposed ceasefire plan, known as the Islamabad Accords, which included a 45-day ceasefire, the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a follow-up negotiation period to address sanctions relief and nuclear agreements. However, Iranian officials dismissed the proposal, insisting that they would only accept a permanent end to the conflict with guarantees against future attacks. Abbas Araqchi and other officials emphasized that Iran will not be pressured into accepting temporary arrangements.
In response to Trump's remarks, Iranian
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