Trump warns of civilization's end if Iran ultimatum expires

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Trump stated that failure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could lead to Iran's infrastructure being demolished.

WHO: Donald Trump

WHAT: warned of severe consequences for Iran

WHEN: Apr 7, 2026 at 8:18 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Failure to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could lead to military action.

How this story developed (showing 34 of 34 earlier reports)

Trump considers limited operation against Iran · Apr 12, 2026 at 8:03 PM ET
Trump orders Hormuz blockade as peace talks falter · Apr 12, 2026 at 6:01 PM ET
Trump announces naval blockade of Iran after talks · Apr 12, 2026 at 10:02 AM ET
Trump Claims US Clearing Out Strait of Hormuz · Apr 11, 2026 at 7:01 PM ET
Iran Protests Trump's Deadline with Human Chains · Apr 10, 2026 at 8:02 AM ET
Iran Ceasefire Deal Frays Amid Ongoing Attacks · Apr 9, 2026 at 7:03 PM ET
Trump warns military action if Iran fails to comply · Apr 9, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
Trump threatens Iran with bigger military response · Apr 9, 2026 at 1:04 AM ET
Trump warns military to stay near Iran until agreement · Apr 9, 2026 at 1:01 AM ET
Hizbollah Attacks Israel Following Strikes on Lebanon · Apr 9, 2026 at 1:00 AM ET
Trump agrees to suspend bombing of Iran for two weeks · Apr 8, 2026 at 2:03 PM ET
Trump Announces Two-Week Ceasefire with Iran · Apr 7, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
Israel Seeks Extended Military Campaign in Iran · Apr 7, 2026 at 5:12 PM ET
Trump's Threats May Escalate Iran Conflict · Apr 7, 2026 at 5:08 PM ET
Investigation Launched Over Iran Rescue Leak · Apr 7, 2026 at 10:04 AM ET
US Strikes Kharg Island as Trump Threatens Iran · Apr 7, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
Trump: Iran could be ‘taken out in one night’ · Apr 7, 2026 at 8:06 AM ET
Iran Issues Warning After Strikes on Kharg Island · Apr 7, 2026 at 7:08 AM ET
Trump threatens Iran with swift military action · Apr 7, 2026 at 7:03 AM ET
Trump threatens Iran with attacks on infrastructure · Apr 6, 2026 at 9:02 PM ET
Pentagon Expands Strike Options in Iran · Apr 6, 2026 at 8:08 PM ET
Trump Discusses Air Force Colonel Rescue Mission · Apr 6, 2026 at 6:31 PM ET
Trump warns Iran of potential military action · Apr 6, 2026 at 2:07 PM ET
Iran and US Receive Ceasefire Proposal Amid Attacks · Apr 6, 2026 at 5:02 AM ET
Trump feared radio message from downed airman was trap · Apr 5, 2026 at 9:04 PM ET
Trump warns of dire consequences if Iran deal fails · Apr 5, 2026 at 8:01 PM ET
Plan to Strike Iran Sites if Deal Fails · Apr 5, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Trump warns Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz · Apr 5, 2026 at 4:02 PM ET
Trump's Rant at Iran After U.S. Rescue Mission · Apr 5, 2026 at 1:03 PM ET
Trump renews threats against Iran amid rescue claims · Apr 5, 2026 at 11:05 AM ET
Trump Threatens Iran Over War Deal · Apr 5, 2026 at 10:04 AM ET
Iran Claims Downing of U.S. Aircraft During Mission · Apr 5, 2026 at 4:04 AM ET
Search Intensifies for Missing U.S. Airman in Iran · Apr 5, 2026 at 1:02 AM ET
Trump gives Iran 48 hours to negotiate deal · Apr 4, 2026 at 6:01 PM ET

Sources (17): Bloomberg, CNBC Top News, Deutsche Welle, Euronews, France 24, Global News Canada, Japan Times, Jerusalem Post, Middle East Eye, NBC News, NPR, New York Times, Politico Europe, South China Morning Post, Straits Times, The Hindu, The Independent

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