Trump threatens Armageddon in 48 hours if Iran fails to open Strait of Hormuz

International, Middle East, North America, Politics

INTERNATIONAL, April 5, 2026 (NPA) — U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a dramatic ultimatum, warning that Armageddon (destruction) on Iran will begin Tuesday at 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time if Tehran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The closure of the vital shipping lane has already driven up global oil prices, shaking economies worldwide.

In a fiery post on Truth Social, Trump vowed that Iran’s defiance would trigger the destruction of critical infrastructure, including power plants and bridges. He wrote: “Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time! Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”

Iran responded with defiance, pledging to set the Middle East ablaze if Trump carries out his threat. Officials in Tehran warned of catastrophic consequences across the Gulf region.

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With less than 48 hours to the deadline, diplomatic efforts are intensifying, but fighting inside Iran shows no sign of easing, leaving the world bracing for what could be a historic escalation.