US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, warning of severe consequences if Tehran fails to reach an agreement or reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
In a post on his social media platform, Trump reiterated that an earlier extended deadline was nearing expiration, declaring that only two days remained for Iran to comply.
“Remember when I gave Iran time to make a deal or open the Strait of Hormuz,” he said, adding that failure to act within the remaining 48 hours would result in what he described as overwhelming retaliation.
The escalation follows earlier deadlines issued in late March, when Washington initially gave Tehran a short window to act, later extended amid diplomatic efforts.
Pakistan had played a notable diplomatic role during this phase, initiating efforts in Islamabad to facilitate dialogue between Washington and Tehran. Following these developments, the US administration temporarily extended its timeline, citing “positive signals” from Iran.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical global energy artery, handling a significant portion of the world’s oil shipments. Any disruption to its operations has immediate implications for international markets and regional stability.
With the new deadline now in place, tensions appear to be entering a decisive phase, raising concerns about potential military escalation in an already volatile region.
