US-Iran tensions: Donald Trump has issued multiple threats against Iran, warning of potential strikes on civilian infrastructure. “Tuesday will be Power Plant Day, and Bridge Day, all wrapped up in one, in Iran,” Trump wrote on Truth Social, as first reported by Politico. Senator Chris Murphy called Trump’s remarks “completely, utterly unhinged,” according to The New York Times. Strait of Hormuz tensionsThe recent developments centre around the Strait of Hormuz, through which about a fifth of global oil passes. (with IANS inputs)Also read- Trump’s ‘crazy b*****ds’ warning raises big question on what happens if Iran refuses US demands

Source: International New York Times April 06, 2026 05:14 UTC