We're going to bring them back to the Stone Ages where they belong," Trump said in a Wednesday evening speech. Trump said the war could escalate if Iran did not give in to Washington's terms, with strikes on its energy and oil infrastructure possible. He told countries that rely on fuel shipments through the Strait of Hormuz to "just grab it". However, European and other states have said they will only help secure the strait if there is a ceasefire. IRAN THREATENS TOOIran's armed forces responded to Trump with a warning of "more crushing, broader and more destructive" attacks in store.

Source: The Standard April 03, 2026 00:28 UTC