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Trump Threatens Military Action Against Iran Amid Rising Gas Prices

4/5/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump posted a profanity-laden Truth Social tirade threatening Iran and announcing plans for military action against Iran’s infrastructure, calling to 'Open the F—n’ Strait'.
The post appeared on Easter Sunday as Trump downplayed the Strait of Hormuz's role in global oil transport.
Experts warn the threats could amount to war crimes, and the Iran stance has hurt his approval ratings as U.S. gas prices rise.

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U.S. President Donald Trump posted a profanity-laden Truth Social tirade threatening Iran and announcing plans for military action against Iran’s infrastructure, calling to 'Open the F—n’ Strait'.
The post appeared on Easter Sunday as Trump downplayed the Strait of Hormuz's role in global oil transport.
Experts warn the threats could amount to war crimes, and the Iran stance has hurt his approval ratings as U.S. gas prices rise.