WASHINGTON (TNND) \u2014 President Donald Trump warned Iran it has 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face severe military consequences, escalating rhetoric as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies.<\/p>\n
“Remember when I gave Iran ten days to MAKE A DEAL or OPEN UP THE HORMUZ STRAIT. Time is running out – 48 hours before all Hell will reign down on them. Glory be to GOD!” Trump, who remained at the White House this weekend, wrote on Truth Social<\/a> on Saturday morning.<\/p>\n {a href=”{<}{>}iframe src=”}The ultimatum follows the April 6 deadline Trump had given Iran to reach a deal or restore access to the Strait of Hormuz, which has been disrupted amid Operation Epic Fury<\/a>.<\/p>\n U.S. officials said the conflict, now entering its sixth week, has already drawn in multiple countries and disrupted global energy markets.<\/p>\n The Strait of Hormuz carries roughly one-fifth of the world\u2019s oil supply, making it a strategic chokepoint whose closure has rattled markets and raised fears of broader economic fallout.<\/p>\n Trump’s warning signals the potential for further escalation at a time when diplomatic efforts remain uncertain, with Iran indicating mixed signals about participating in peace talks.<\/p>\n The threat also comes as the U.S. military is searching for a missing service member<\/a> after two American warplanes went down<\/a> in separate incidents, including what officials said is the first confirmed shoot-down since the war with Iran started nearly six weeks ago.<\/p>\n