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Story summary
- U.S. President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, amid a conflict with significant casualties.
- Trump said Iran is "decimated" militarily and economically after a war that began with U.S.-Israeli strikes on February 28.
- Iranian officials called Trump's threats "helpless" and warned of retaliation.
- Trump extended a pause on strikes against Iran's energy infrastructure to pursue diplomatic talks, claiming progress.
