Trump Issues 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump

US President Donald Trump has delivered a sharp warning to Iran, demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours. He cautioned that failure to comply would bring severe consequences, declaring that “all hell will rain down.”

The ultimatum comes amid already heightened tensions in the Gulf, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining one of the world’s most critical shipping routes. Any disruption to the passage, through which a significant share of global oil and liquefied natural gas flows, poses major risks to international energy markets and security.

As the deadline approaches before Monday, global attention is fixed on Iran’s response and the potential repercussions for regional stability. Analysts warn that the situation could escalate further if diplomatic channels fail to ease the crisis.