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Trump's 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran – Threats of Strikes on Energy Infrastructure

Published March 22, 2026, 07:02
Trump's 48-Hour Ultimatum to Iran – Threats of Strikes on Energy Infrastructure

Former US President Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran, threatening strikes on energy infrastructure, including its largest power plant, if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened. Trump claims he has “erased” Iran from the map and that its navy and air force are “dead.” Iran is threatening retaliation, targeting nuclear power and fuel production facilities in the US if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened within 48 hours. Iranian media reports that the strikes on Israel targeted its nuclear research facilities in retaliation for a US attack on Iranian uranium enrichment facilities. The escalation is rapid, with the president of the Iranian parliament stating that the skies of Israel are “undefended” and announcing the implementation of further strategies. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledges to continue to “hit the enemies” after the strikes. The situation is particularly worrying due to the proximity of Israel's nuclear facility to the areas that were attacked, which adds particular weight to the incident. The international community is watching with concern the evolution of events and their potential consequences for regional stability.