Washington: US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning of “serious consequences” if the directive is not followed.
In a post on his social media platform Truth Social, Trump said the deadline was nearing its end, adding that Iran had already been given a 10-day window earlier. “Time is running out,” he said, making it clear that only 48 hours now remain.
The warning comes amid rising tensions in the region, with Iran responding sharply to the latest US threats. Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters issued a strong statement cautioning the United States and its regional allies against any escalation.
Spokesperson Ebrahim Zolfaghari warned of “devastating retaliation” targeting US and Israeli assets if threats are acted upon. He added that countries hosting American military bases could also face consequences, signalling a widening of the conflict.
The Iranian military further stated that any attack on its infrastructure — including bridges, power plants and energy facilities — would be met with a powerful response. It warned that retaliation may not be limited to military targets but could extend to economic and energy hubs, including capitals of allied nations.
Iran also issued an ultimatum to regional countries hosting US forces, urging them to expel American troops to avoid becoming targets.
The latest escalation follows the ongoing conflict triggered after the US-Israel military action against Iran on February 28, which has significantly heightened geopolitical tensions across the Middle East.
