Trump Gives Iran 48-Hour Deadline to Reopen Strait of Hormuz or Face ‘All Hell’

President Donald Trump has issued a blunt ultimatum to Iran, warning that it has just 48 hours to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face severe military consequences, as tensions continue to escalate in the region, the NY Post reported.

Trump warned that if Iran fails to act within the deadline, the response would be swift and devastating, saying “all hell” would break loose. The statement marks one of his strongest threats yet as the الأزمة surrounding the vital waterway intensifies, the NY Post reported.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most critical shipping routes in the world, responsible for transporting roughly 20% of global oil supplies. According to the NY Post, traffic through the strait has dropped dramatically—by as much as 90%—as security concerns and Iranian control have forced ships to avoid the area

Iran has taken a hardline position, asserting control over the passage and reportedly allowing only limited transit under strict conditions. The disruption has already sent shockwaves through global energy markets, raising fears of rising prices and broader economic fallout, the NY Post reported.

Trump has linked the standoff to broader threats posed by Iran, warning that continued aggression could trigger a much wider conflict. The situation has also raised concerns that other strategic waterways could be targeted if tensions spiral further, the NY Post reported.

With the deadline now looming, the crisis is entering a critical phase, as the world watches to see whether Iran backs down or risks a major military confrontation.