US President Donald Trump has issued one of his most severe warnings yet to Iran, declaring that its “whole civilisation could die tonight” as the deadline for reopening the Strait of Hormuz nears.
Trump issued a chilling final ultimatum, warning that Iran faces total societal collapse if it does not agree to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his 8:00 PM ET deadline tonight. Trump shared the information during a series of aggressive Truth Social posts.
The critical waterway, which handles a significant portion of global oil shipments, has been closed by Tehran, sparking fears of an international energy crisis.
Trump initially set a 48-hour ultimatum but has repeatedly extended it, now totalling 408 hours. His rhetoric has grown sharper, though he has also suggested the strike could be called off at the last moment.
Analysts believe the extensions reflect intense behind-the-scenes diplomacy, even as Trump publicly insists on “Complete and Total Regime Change” as a possible outcome.
With the April 7 deadline looming, uncertainty grips global markets and governments. Whether Washington will extend the deadline again or take military action remains unclear, leaving the world on edge.
