The president recently extended the ultimatum for Iran to unblock the Strait of Hormuz until April 6 at 8:00 PM Washington time (the same time as Chile). The closure of Hormuz, through which one-fifth of the world's oil passes, has been one of the most destabilizing consequences arising from the war in the Middle East, which began on February 28 following U. S.
and Israeli bombings against Iran. Trump promised that if Iran does not resolve this situation before the deadline, he will destroy their power plants. Such an attack could further drive up energy, fuel, and supply chain prices, which are already soaring.
"Do you remember when I gave Iran ten days to reach an agreement or open the Strait of Hormuz? Time is running out: there are 48 hours left before hell is unleashed upon them. Glory to God!
" the Republican wrote on his social media on Saturday. Additionally, the U. S.
president promised a few days ago to attack Iran "hard" in the next two to three weeks. Trump addressed the nation on Wednesday in a message that did not provide specific details to end the war or a strategy for reopening Hormuz.