US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, saying Tehran has 48 hours to act before facing severe consequences. In a statement, Trump said he had previously given Iran a 10-day deadline to reach an agreement and reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. He warned that the time is now running out.
“Only 48 hours remain. If no deal is reached, Iran will face ‘hellfire,’” Trump said, escalating his rhetoric amid ongoing tensions. In a separate statement, Trump added that the reported loss of a fighter jet would not impact ongoing negotiations with Iran.
He described the situation as a state of war, emphasizing that such incidents are part of conflict and do not derail diplomatic efforts. “This is a war situation, and we are in a state of war. The destruction of a warplane does not affect the diplomatic process,” he said.