New Delhi: Amidst rising tensions between the US and Iran, Donald Trump has once again taken a tough stance. In a sharp social media post, he warned Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump stated that if this is not done, the US could launch a major attack.
Trump issued an open warning of an attack
The US President, stepping up pressure ahead of the deadline, said that Iran’s power plants and key bridges could be targeted on Tuesday.
He also claimed that the potential attack would be unprecedented.
Trump already threatened
Earlier, on March 21st, Trump had warned that if Iran did not open the Strait of Hormuz, its power plants would be destroyed, starting with its largest.
Recently, he issued a 48-hour ultimatum, threatening to take strong military action if the deadline was not met.
Tensions in the Middle East
Tensions between the United States and Iran are steadily increasing over the Strait of Hormuz. It is one of the world’s most important oil routes, and its closure could have global repercussions.