Trump Issues Ultimatum to Iran on Strait of Hormuz, Threatens Power Plant and Bridge Targets by Tuesday Deadline

President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, demanding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time. " In a phone interview with Axios, Trump stated that the U.S. is engaged in "deep and intense negotiations" with Iran and that a deal could be reached before the deadline.

He reiterated the threat, saying the U.S. would "blow up everything over there" if no agreement is made. Speaking to Fox News reporter Trey Yingst, Trump described the situation as the "ongoing Iran War" and indicated consideration of "blowing everything up and taking over the oil" if Iran does not act quickly.

He added that he believes a deal can be made by Monday.

stock market futures fell following Trump's announcement.

The S&P 500 futures dropped 0.7%, Nasdaq 100 futures declined 0.8%, and Dow Jones futures fell 0.7%. Oil prices rose, with WTI crude increasing 3.0% and natural gas up 1.0%. Gold prices decreased 0.9%. Another report indicated U.S. stock futures were down 0.6% overall, with oil prices rising 3%.

Indian bank stocks faced additional pressure due to rising energy prices affecting the economy and currency market interventions by the central bank.

statements to the Wall Street Journal emphasized targeting Iran's power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened by the deadline. The ultimatum appears linked to broader tensions, including references to an ongoing conflict with Iran. Axios reported Trump's direct language in the threat, including a profane demand to "Open the Fu*In' Strait" and warnings of bombing civilian infrastructure.

No sources confirmed an active "Iran War," though Trump used the term in the Fox News interview. Negotiations are described as ongoing, with Trump expressing confidence in reaching a deal soon.