JUST IN: President Trump Gives Iran Until Tuesday at 8:00 PM ET to Make a Deal or Face Strikes on Power Plants and Bridges

Trump Issues Expletive-Laden Ultimatum Over Strait of Hormuz as Oil Prices Surge and Diplomatic Efforts Continue

By Reflecto News Staff
April 6, 2026

US President Donald Trump has set a firm deadline of Tuesday, April 7, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time for Iran to reach a deal or reopen the Strait of Hormuz, warning that failure to comply will result in devastating US strikes on Iranian power plants and bridges.

In an Easter Sunday Truth Social post laced with strong language, Trump declared: “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran. There will be nothing like it!!! Open the F’ Strait, you crazy b**, or you’ll be living in Hell – JUST WATCH! Praise be to Allah.”

He later clarified the timeline with a follow-up post: “Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time!”

Escalating Rhetoric Amid Ongoing Crisis

Trump reiterated the threat in an interview with The Wall Street Journal, stating that if Iran does not act by Tuesday evening, “they won’t have any power plants and they won’t have any bridges standing.” He described potential strikes as overwhelming, suggesting they would target critical infrastructure across the country.

This latest ultimatum follows multiple extensions of earlier deadlines. Trump had previously paused planned strikes on Iranian energy facilities and warned of “hell” if the strategic waterway remains blocked.

Despite the tough talk, Trump has also signaled optimism about negotiations, claiming there is a “good chance” of a deal soon and mentioning indirect talks. He previously referenced granting “immunity from death” to Iranian negotiators to facilitate discussions.

The Strait of Hormuz: Global Energy Lifeline at Risk

The narrow Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, remains the central flashpoint. It normally carries about 20–21 million barrels per day of oil and petroleum products — roughly 20% of global consumption — along with significant LNG volumes, primarily destined for Asia.

Iran’s effective restriction of traffic through the strait in response to US and Israeli military actions has caused sharp spikes in global oil prices. Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev recently warned that prices could exceed $150 per barrel within two weeks if the disruption continues.

Iran’s Position and Regional Warnings

Iranian officials have rejected the threats, with Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf warning that Trump’s insistence on following Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s lead could cause the “entire Middle East region” to “burn.” Tehran has linked any reopening of the strait to full war compensation, guarantees of sovereignty, and an end to aggression.

Global and Economic Implications

• Energy Markets: Prolonged closure risks severe supply shocks, higher inflation, and economic strain, particularly in import-dependent Asian economies.
• Humanitarian Concerns: Strikes on power plants and bridges could cause widespread blackouts, disrupt civilian life, and lead to a humanitarian crisis.
• Diplomatic Efforts: Behind-the-scenes mediation, including possible involvement from Oman and others, continues even as public rhetoric hardens.

Alternative pipelines in Saudi Arabia and the UAE offer only partial relief, handling far less than normal strait volumes.

What Happens Next?

As the Tuesday 8:00 PM ET deadline approaches, the world watches for any breakthrough in talks or signs of military escalation. Trump has mixed threats with claims of productive negotiations, while Iran remains defiant on core demands.

A failure to reach agreement could trigger direct US strikes, further destabilizing the region and sending oil prices soaring. Success, on the other hand, could rapidly ease the energy crisis and open pathways to de-escalation.

Reflecto News will continue to monitor this fast-moving situation, including any official responses from Tehran, updates from the White House, oil market reactions, and developments in the Persian Gulf.

This story is developing.

Sources include Trump’s Truth Social posts, Wall Street Journal interview, Reuters, BBC, Al Jazeera, and statements from Iranian and Russian officials.