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Trump Threatens Iran with Strikes Over Hormuz Closure

4/6/2026

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Trump Threatens Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran with severe strikes on infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is closed by Tuesday.
He posted the warning on Truth Social, labeling the day "Power Plant Day" and "Bridge Day" in Iran.
The ultimatum follows tensions since the February 28 start of the U.S.-Israeli war that disrupted global oil supply.
Iranian officials condemned the threats and warned they would retaliate if civilian infrastructure were targeted.

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Trump Threatens Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump threatened Iran with severe strikes on infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is closed by Tuesday.
He posted the warning on Truth Social, labeling the day "Power Plant Day" and "Bridge Day" in Iran.
The ultimatum follows tensions since the February 28 start of the U.S.-Israeli war that disrupted global oil supply.
Iranian officials condemned the threats and warned they would retaliate if civilian infrastructure were targeted.

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