Washington: US President Donald Trump has reiterated his warning that Iran must reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face attacks on its power plants and bridges.
Information was available with The Chenab Times that Trump made the latest remarks in an expletive-laden social media post on Sunday. He set a deadline of Tuesday evening for Iran to fully open the strategic waterway to all shipping.
According to reports, Trump stated that Tuesday would be “Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day” in Iran if the strait remains closed. He warned that failure to comply would result in severe consequences for Iranian infrastructure.
The Strait of Hormuz is a critical global oil route. Its closure by Iran has disrupted international shipping and contributed to higher energy prices.
Trump has previously extended similar deadlines multiple times while citing ongoing discussions. Reports indicate that backchannel negotiations continue between the parties in an effort to resolve the conflict.
The Chenab Times has learned that Trump has also referenced the possibility of a diplomatic resolution. He has suggested that the American public prefers US forces to return home, pointing to a parallel approach of maintaining pressure while leaving room for talks.
A draft proposal for a potential 45-day ceasefire that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz has been shared with the involved sides, according to officials cited in multiple reports.
Iran has rejected the threats and warned of retaliation. Tehran has described the demands as reckless and stated it will not engage in direct talks amid continued escalation.
No immediate confirmation of strikes or further developments was available as of Monday evening. The situation remains fluid with markets showing volatility in response to the tensions.
The developments come amid the broader US-Iran conflict that has involved military actions in the region.
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