Trending Now - Trump Sets Ultimatum for Iran: Open Hormuz Strait or Face Consequences

WHO:

The Guardian - Trump stated that he has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue.

The Guardian - Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of the Iranian parliament, warned that Trump's "reckless moves" would mean “our whole region is going to burn.”

ABC News - Trump stated that Iran had made good on a promise to allow 10 oil tankers operating under the flag of Pakistan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a "present."

The Guardian - Trump stated that he has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue.

The Guardian - Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of the Iranian parliament, warned that Trump's "reckless moves" would mean “our whole region is going to burn.”

The Guardian - Trump stated that he has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue.

The Guardian - Trump suggested that there is a “good chance” of an agreement with Iran on Monday.

The Guardian - Trump stated, “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah. President DONALD J. TRUMP.”

The Guardian - Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of the Iranian parliament, warned that Trump's "reckless moves" would mean “our whole region is going to burn.”

The Guardian - Trump stated, “If they don’t make a deal and fast, I’m considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil.”

The Guardian - Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Trump's "reckless moves" would lead to regional conflict.

NY Post - Trump claimed he has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue.

The Guardian - Trump stated, “If they don’t make a deal and fast, I’m considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil.”

The Guardian - Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Trump's "reckless moves" would lead to regional conflict.

The Guardian - Trump stated, “Praise be to Allah. President DONALD J. TRUMP.”

The Guardian - Chuck Schumer is the Democratic Senate minority leader.

The Guardian - President Trump issued a warning to Iran.

The Guardian - Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf is the speaker of the Iranian parliament.

ABC News - Rachel Scott is a senior political correspondent for ABC News.

ABC News - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi made statements regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

WHAT:

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a 136 meter-high structure and a $400 million project.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries.

The Guardian - Approximately 81,000 civilian sites have been damaged in Iran, including 61,000 homes and 275 medical centers.

The Guardian - The Kuwaiti Petroleum Corporation reported that a number of its facilities had been targeted by Iranian drone attacks, resulting in fires and “significant material losses.”

The Guardian - Two power and water desalination plants in Kuwait sustained “significant material damage” after being attacked by Iranian drones.

The Guardian - The US president warned that if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, the US would obliterate Iran’s power plants and bridges.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a 136 meter-high structure and a $400 million project.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries.

The Guardian - Trump threatened to "blow up the entire country" if no peace deal is reached with Iran in 48 hours.

The Guardian - Approximately 81,000 civilian sites have been damaged in Iran, including 61,000 homes and 275 medical centers.

The Guardian - The US president warned that if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, the US would obliterate Iran’s power plants and bridges.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a 136 meter-high structure and a $400 million project.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries.

The Guardian - Trump threatened to "blow up the entire country" if no peace deal is reached with Iran in 48 hours.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge in Iran was described as a 136 meter-high structure and a $400 million project.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries.

The Guardian - Trump warned Iran that if they do not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, “you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH!”

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge in Iran resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a $400 million project.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a $400 million project, and it was reported that 13 people were killed and 95 injured in the attack.

The Guardian - The Kuwaiti Petroleum Corporation reported that a number of its facilities had been targeted by Iranian drone attacks, resulting in fires and “significant material losses.”

The Guardian - Two power and water desalination plants in Kuwait sustained “significant material damage” after being attacked by Iranian drones.

The Guardian - Trump claimed that Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the conflict.

ABC News - Trump stated that "very little" will be off limits if no deal is made with Iran.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a $400 million project.

The Guardian - Trump warned Iran that if they do not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, “you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH!”

The Guardian - Trump claimed that Iran has been "decimated" and that "every day is going to get worse."

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge was described as a $400 million project.

The Guardian - Trump warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday night or face destruction of power plants and bridges.

The Guardian - Trump stated, “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran.”

ABC News - Trump threatened to "blow up the entire country" if no peace deal is reached with Iran in 48 hours.

The Guardian - Trump has extended deadlines for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz at least twice.

The Guardian - Approximately 81,000 civilian sites have been damaged in Iran, including 61,000 homes and 275 medical centers.

The Guardian - The destruction of the B1 suspension bridge in Iran resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries.

WHERE:

The Guardian - The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for oil and trade.

The Guardian - The B1 suspension bridge is located between Tehran and Karaj, Iran.

ABC News - The Iranian government is located in Iran.

WHEN:

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge occurred on March 30th, 2026, during the last day of the holidays marking the Iranian new year.

The Guardian - Trump set a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge occurred on March 30th, 2026, during the last day of the holidays marking the Iranian new year.

The Guardian - Trump set a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge occurred on March 30th, 2026, during the last day of the holidays marking the Iranian new year.

The Guardian - Trump set a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 suspension bridge occurred on March 30th, 2026, during the last day of the holidays marking the Iranian new year.

The Guardian - Trump extended the deadline for Iran to comply to April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 bridge occurred on March 30th, 2026, during the last day of the holidays marking the Iranian new year.

The Guardian - The deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz is set for April 7th, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

The Guardian - The US-Israeli war started on February 28th, 2026.

The Guardian - The attack on the B1 bridge occurred on March 30th, 2026.

WHY:

The Guardian - Iranian officials fear they will be targeted when they break cover to head to any negotiations, according to diplomatic intermediaries.

ABC News - Trump stated that Iran had made good on a promise to allow 10 oil tankers operating under the flag of Pakistan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a "present."

ABC News - Trump indicated that Iran had made good on a promise to allow 10 oil tankers operating under the flag of Pakistan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

ABC News - Trump stated that Iran had made good on a promise to allow 10 oil tankers operating under the flag of Pakistan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a "present."

ABC News - Trump indicated that Iran had made good on a promise to allow 10 oil tankers operating under the flag of Pakistan to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Guardian - Iranian officials fear they will be targeted when they break cover to head to any negotiations.

The Guardian - Trump claims Iran wants to make a deal to end the conflict.

ABC News - Trump stated that Iran has been "decimated" and that every day will worsen for them.

HOW:

The Guardian - Trump communicated his threats through a post on his Truth Social website, which included an expletive-laden warning.

The Guardian - Trump communicated his threats through a post on his Truth Social website.

ABC News - Trump indicated that negotiations were taking place, mediated by the Pakistani government.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 21:05 UTC)

Trump has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue, while Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Trump's "reckless moves" could lead to widespread destruction in the region. The attack on the B1 suspension bridge on Monday resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries, and it has been reported that around 81,000 civilian sites have been damaged in Iran, including homes and medical centers. Additionally, Trump has set a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, after Iran allowed ten oil tankers under the Pakistani flag to pass through as a gesture.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 19:17 UTC)

President Trump has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue, while Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf warned that Trump's "reckless moves" could lead to widespread devastation in the region. Trump has set a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, threatening to obliterate Iran’s power plants and bridges if they fail to comply, following an attack on the B1 suspension bridge that resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries. The attack, which occurred on Monday during the Iranian new year celebrations, has left approximately 81,000 civilian sites damaged across Iran, and diplomatic intermediaries report that Iranian officials are concerned about being targeted when they attempt to negotiate.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 17:11 UTC)

President Trump has stated that he offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue, suggesting there is a “good chance” of reaching an agreement with Iran on Monday. He warned that if Iran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, the U.S. would obliterate Iran’s power plants and bridges, following an attack on the B1 suspension bridge that resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries on Monday during the Iranian new year holidays. Trump's threats were communicated through a post on his Truth Social website, which included an expletive-laden warning, as Iranian officials express fears of being targeted when they attempt to negotiate.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 15:11 UTC)

President Trump has issued a stark warning regarding Iran, declaring that if a peace deal is not reached within 48 hours, he will "blow up the entire country," while also demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. This comes in the wake of a devastating attack on the B1 suspension bridge in Iran, which resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries, and was part of a $400 million project. Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf has responded to Trump's threats, cautioning that such "reckless moves" could lead to widespread destruction in the region.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 09:16 UTC)

President Trump has issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that if they do not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by April 7th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, “you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH!” This comes after the tragic destruction of the B1 suspension bridge in Iran on Monday, which resulted in 13 deaths and 95 injuries, and was part of a $400 million project. Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf has cautioned that Trump's "reckless moves" could escalate into regional conflict, as Trump also hinted at drastic measures if a deal is not reached quickly.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 05:38 UTC)

President Trump claimed he has offered “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators as peace talks continue, while also stating that Iran has allowed ten oil tankers flying the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz as a gesture. Meanwhile, the destruction of the B1 suspension bridge on Monday resulted in thirteen fatalities and ninety-five injuries, and the Kuwaiti Petroleum Corporation reported significant damage to its facilities from Iranian drone attacks, which also impacted two power and water desalination plants. Trump shared his threats regarding these developments through a post on his Truth Social website, which included an expletive-laden warning.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 03:55 UTC)

Trump has issued a stark warning regarding Iran, stating, “If they don’t make a deal and fast, I’m considering blowing everything up and taking over the oil,” while also claiming that Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the ongoing conflict. In response to Trump's remarks, Iranian official Mohammad-Bagher Ghalibaf cautioned that such "reckless moves" could escalate into regional conflict, as Trump extended the deadline for Iran to comply to April 7th, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. Trump also mentioned that "very little" will be off limits if no agreement is reached, and he conveyed these threats through a post on his Truth Social website, which included an expletive-laden warning.

(UPDATED April 6, 2026 01:19 UTC)

President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, stating that if they do not reopen the Strait of Hormuz, “you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH!” He made these remarks on his Truth Social account while claiming that Iran has been "decimated" and that "every day is going to get worse," following the destruction of the B1 suspension bridge, which was a $400 million project, on Monday during the Iranian new year celebrations. Meanwhile, Democratic Senate minority leader Chuck Schumer noted that Iranian officials are concerned about being targeted when they attempt to negotiate.

(UPDATED April 5, 2026 23:03 UTC)

President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran, demanding that the Strait of Hormuz be reopened by Tuesday night or face significant destruction, including the potential obliteration of power plants and bridges. He emphasized that if a peace deal is not reached within 48 hours, he would "blow up the entire country," while also noting that Iran has been "decimated" and that conditions will only worsen for them. The deadline for Iran to comply is set for April 7th at 8:00 PM Eastern Time, with negotiations reportedly being mediated by the Pakistani government.