In a sharply worded post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump has issued a grave warning to Iran, declaring that “a whole civilization will die tonight” if the country fails to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his stated 8h00 p.m. ET deadline.
The statement escalates tensions on day 39 of the US-Israel military campaign against Iran. Trump added that “maybe something revolutionarily wonderful can happen, WHO KNOWS?” while appearing to reference potential strikes on Iranian infrastructure.
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which roughly 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas passes, has been disrupted by Iran amid the ongoing conflict. The US has already conducted strikes on Kharg Island, Iran’s key oil export hub, while Iran has rejected ceasefire proposals that do not include broader concessions.
Trump’s rhetoric has drawn immediate backlash online, with critics accusing him of threatening genocide and risking wider regional instability. Supporters, however, frame the comments as necessary pressure to protect global energy supplies and counter Iranian aggression.
As the deadline approaches, global oil markets remain on edge, and diplomatic efforts appear stalled.Get The Full, Details. .
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