US-Iran Tensions Spike as Trump Sets 48-Hour Deadline on Strait of Hormuz Blockade
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US‑Iran war tensions take a sharp turn as President Donald Trump issued a stark 48-hour ultimatum, demanding that Tehran reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Many countries have also condemned what they describe as the “de facto closure” of the Strait of Hormuz by Iranian forces. As the US-Iran conflicts become even worse, the crypto market and oil prices are facing severe pressure. While oil prices continue to surge, top cryptocurrencies are posting notable losses. US-Iran War Escalates Today In the latest development within the US-Iran war, Donald Trump has warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. He added that failure to comply would lead to the destruction of Iranian power plants, starting with the largest. His Truth Social post read, “If Iran doesn’t FULLY OPEN, WITHOUT THREAT, the Strait of Hormuz, within 48 HOURS from this exact point in time, the United States of America will hit and obliterate their various POWER PLANTS, STARTING WITH THE BIGGEST ONE FIRST!” This heightened tension comes just a day after speculations of a possible resolution in the war. Yesterday, Trump stated that he might be winding down military operations in Iran. Trump also hinted that the US is preparing for peace talks. However, the situation changed today with the president’s fresh warning. Other countries, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, South Korea, Australia, the UAE, and Bahrain, have voiced strong support for the US in pressing Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. They have condemned Iran’s effective closure of this vital shipping route. The countries also stressed the importance of keeping it open for international trade and energy flows. Iran Retaliates with Threats to US Infrastructure While Trump threatened Iran about escalating attacks, the latter responded with a severe warning. Tehran warned that any US attack would trigger a…
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