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Donald trump sets ultimatum for iran as tensions escalate

United States President Donald Trump has issued an ultimatum to Tehran, demanding the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, with a deadline expiring on Tuesday night. Trump threatened that if the terms are not met, the U.S. military is prepared to strike Iranian energy infrastructure and bridges within four hours, potentially leading to a decisive defeat of the regime overnight. The White House confirmed that a proposed 45-day ceasefire has not been approved, as Tehran insists on a permanent end to the conflict. Meanwhile, the U.S. successfully conducted an operation to rescue a pilot following the downing of an F-15 fighter jet in Iran, which involved over 150 aircraft. Iran's military leadership has dismissed Trump's rhetoric as arrogant and unfounded, stating that it will not affect their ongoing operations or planning. High-level Iranian officials have responded with their own warnings, asserting that they will not yield and are seeking a new security framework for the region. Reports indicate that U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warned of significant military strikes occurring during this period.

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Trump urges Iran to make a deal before it’s too late
Sigmalive English · 3 April 2026, 09:40