(TJV NEWS) President Donald Trump is ramping up pressure on Iran, warning that tonight is the critical deadline for Tehran to strike a deal—or face sweeping U.S. military action targeting key infrastructure, according to a report from The Times of Israel.

Trump said the United States has already prepared plans to destroy “every bridge and power plant” in Iran, signaling a potentially devastating escalation if negotiations collapse. The warning centers on a firm deadline set for Tuesday night, when U.S. patience is expected to run out if Iran fails to meet American demands.

The ultimatum is tied to ongoing efforts to force Iran to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and accept broader conditions, including curbs on its nuclear program and regional activities. Trump has repeatedly stressed that while a diplomatic resolution is still possible, time is rapidly running out.

According to the Times of Israel, the president described Iran’s latest overtures as “significant,” but ultimately insufficient to halt potential military action. He emphasized that the U.S. could carry out a massive strike in a very short timeframe, even suggesting the entire country’s infrastructure could be crippled in a single night.

The urgency surrounding tonight’s deadline comes after multiple extensions in recent weeks, as backchannel negotiations appeared to stall. Trump had previously delayed action in hopes of progress, but officials now indicate those talks have largely hit a wall.

Iran, for its part, has rejected the threats, dismissing them as baseless and accusing Washington of escalating tensions. Iranian leaders have also pushed back on U.S. demands, calling them excessive and unrealistic.

The situation has intensified fears of a broader regional conflict, as U.S. and allied forces remain on high alert and contingency plans are already in place. Analysts warn that targeting infrastructure like power plants and bridges could have severe humanitarian consequences, impacting millions of civilians.

Still, Trump has left a narrow opening for diplomacy, indicating that a deal could quickly defuse the crisis—but only if Iran acts before the clock runs out.

With hours left before Tuesday night’s deadline, the world is watching closely to see whether negotiations succeed—or whether the U.S. follows through on one of its most sweeping military threats yet.