Trump gives Iran Tuesday evening deadline to open Strait of Hormuz after warning of strikes in fiery post
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In a recent interview with the Wall Street Journal, U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stern ultimatum to Iran, demanding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening. Failure to comply, he warned, would result in attacks on the nation’s critical infrastructure.


President Trump returning to the White House from Delaware.
U.S. President Donald Trump steps of Marine One as he returns to the White House on March 18, 2026 in Washington, DC. Getty Images

“If they don’t act by Tuesday evening, they won’t have any power plants left, and their bridges will be demolished,” Trump stated during the interview.

Further fueling speculation, Trump took to social media to post a cryptic message: “Tuesday, 8:00 P.M. Eastern Time!” However, he did not directly reference Iran or provide additional context.


The Indian LPG tanker 'Nanda Devi' at sea.
Indian vessel ‘Nanda Devi’ carrying liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) arrives at Vadinar Port in the Jamnagar district of Gujarat state on March 17, 2026 after Iran allowed it to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. AFP via Getty Images

Attempts to obtain comments from White House representatives regarding the social media post were unsuccessful.

Earlier that Sunday, Trump had also mentioned via social media that Iran would face repercussions involving infrastructure attacks if the strait remained closed by Tuesday, although he did not specify an exact time in that post.

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