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Trump's Ultimatum to Iran Expires as Tensions Escalate in the Middle East

Published March 23, 2026, 07:15
Trump's Ultimatum to Iran Expires as Tensions Escalate in the Middle East

Donald Trump's ultimatum to Tehran to open the Strait of Hormuz is set to expire in the early hours of Tuesday. If Iran does not comply, Trump threatens to bomb Iranian power stations. Simultaneously, Israel is preparing for weeks of fighting against Iran and Hezbollah, having already destroyed strategic bridges in Lebanon. The situation in the region is escalating, with Lebanon denouncing a violation of its national sovereignty. The Strait of Hormuz is almost closed, significantly impacting global oil and gas transportation.