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Trump says a 'whole civilization will die tonight' if Iran deal isn't reached

6 hours ago
  • #Strait of Hormuz
  • #US-Iran Tensions
  • #War Crimes
  • Airstrikes hit Iranian infrastructure including bridges and a train station, with Iranian officials urging human chains to protect power plants.
  • President Trump warned of devastating consequences and threatened to destroy Iran's power plants and bridges unless the Strait of Hormuz is reopened.
  • Iran reported significant volunteer numbers for combat and retaliated with missile attacks on Saudi Arabia and Israel.
  • International leaders and experts warned that attacks on civilian infrastructure could constitute war crimes.
  • Iran's blockage of the Strait of Hormuz has driven a significant rise in global oil prices.
  • Diplomatic efforts continued with indirect talks, but Iran rejected a ceasefire proposal and linked reopening the strait to sanctions relief.