President Donald Trump has issued a dramatic warning to Iran, saying an entire civilization could be destroyed tonight unless they agree to reopen the Strait of Horm
He added that while he doesn’t want that to happen, “something revolutionarily wonderful” could still occur before his Tuesday 8pm (EDT) deadline if Iran makes a deal. Trump also suggested that “complete and total regime change” might bring smarter leadership and finally end what he called 47 years of “extortion, corruption, and death.
US Launches Fresh Strikes on Kharg IslandWhile issuing the warning, the United States carried out new airstrikes on military targets on Kharg Island Iran’s most important oil export terminal and a major lifeline for its economy
US officials confirmed to CBS News that the strikes targeted military sites only, and that oil infrastructure was not hit. This is the second time the US has struck the island.Rising Death Toll and TensionsAccording to a US-based human rights group, more than 3,500 people have been killed in Iran since the US-Israeli attacks began, including at least 1,665 civilians
Israel warned Iranians against travelling by train, saying it could “endanger your life,” and claimed responsibility for striking a third petrochemical site.
The situation remains extremely tense, with the world watching closely to see what happens before Trump’s deadline tonight.This is developing story