Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Trump gives Iran 48 hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz

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U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran of "hell" if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours.

According to Ukrinform, the U.S. leader made the statement on his Truth Social platform.

Trump recalled that he had previously given Iran ten days to "make a deal" or "open up the Hormuz Strait."

"Time is running out – 48 hours before all hell will rain down on them," he said, without specifying what actions the United States might take.

Read also: Trump threatens to halt arms supplies to Ukraine to pressure Europe on Hormuz Strait – FT

On March 23, Trump expressed confidence that the Strait of Hormuz would soon be reopened and placed under joint control of the United States and Iran.

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