President Donald Trump has reiterated his 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' its power plants and energy infrastructure. Tehran has warned it will respond with attacks on U.S. and Israeli energy targets if its facilities are targeted and stated the strait is open to all except "enemy" ships.
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Explosions have been reported in Tel Aviv following a new Iranian missile attack, as alarms sound across the city. This comes as President Trump issues a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to destroy its energy infrastructure, while Tehran launched its most destructive attack yet on Israel, causing about 100 injuries.
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US President Donald Trump issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to 'obliterate' Iranian power plants if not complied with. Tehran swiftly retaliated, warning it would target US regional energy and water infrastructure if its power plants are attacked.
Trump issues a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, threatening military action amid a growing conflict after Iran strikes Israel.
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Iranian missiles have reportedly caused panic and destruction in Israeli towns, including Tel Aviv, Arad, and Dimona, injuring over 100 people and prompting further retaliatory strikes from Israel on Tehran. This comes as US President Donald Trump has given Iran 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is compelling US President Donald Trump and international importers to actively seek solutions to the critical maritime situation, as Iran's blockade has created chaos at sea, halting a fifth of global oil and gas transports. Japan has indicated it could consider minesweeping operations in the Strait if a ceasefire is reached.
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