US President Donald Trump said it would take “about four hours” to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants if Tehran fails to meet a US deadline tied to reopening of Strait of Hormuz.
Speaking during a White House press conference, Trump warned that Iran could be “taken out in one night”, describing the situation as a “critical period” dependent on Tehran’s next move. He reiterated that key infrastructure could be rapidly targeted, adding pressure ahead of the deadline.
US deadline raises stakes over Strait of Hormuz
- Trump declined to say whether the conflict was nearing an end, but signalled that the coming hours would be decisive. His remarks mark a sharp escalation in rhetoric, with Washington linking de-escalation to Iran’s actions in the vital oil transit route.
Ceasefire proposal rejected by both sides
- The US president described a proposed 45-day ceasefire as a “significant step” but “not good enough”, while Iran has rejected the plan and called for a permanent end to the war.
Iranian official responds with warning
- Iranian deputy youth affairs minister Alireza Rahimi, in a video message, pushed back against escalating threats and rhetoric surrounding potential attacks, warning of broader consequences of targeting civilian infrastructure.
JUST IN: 🇮🇷🇺🇸 Iran urges young people to shield power plants with human chains as US President Trump threatens strikes. pic.twitter.com/JE5qdH0N1f
— BRICS News (@BRICSinfo) April 6, 2026
His remarks come amid heightened tensions, as officials on both sides harden their positions and diplomatic efforts appear to stall.
